Huntington Weekly March 22, 2018 Issue

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March 18-25, 2018

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YOUR WEEKLY GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HUNTINGTON TOWNSHIP

INSIDE COMEDY

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Pablo Francisco: A Comedian Of Many Voices 3 Huntington Singer Gets Back To Musical Ways

THE FOODIES DineHuntington Restuarant Week: See Who’s In 6 Have Your Cake And Be Healthy, Too, With Village Nutritionist 11

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BUSINESS

Local heads shaved, thousands raised for fight against cancer 11

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POLICE REPORT Compiled by CONNOR BEACH

Spring Is Here

Door Handle Dislodged

Keep on dining… Have you heard? It’s will be on newsstands April 29, which means DineHuntington Restaurant Week! That’s the deadline is approaching. If you have any story ideas or would like to be right. Now through Sunday — until 7 p.m. featured in the section, give us only on Saturday — restaua call at 631-427-7000. rants across town are offering IN THE KNOW special, three-course meals at WITH AUNT ROSIE Absolute madness… On a $20, $30 or $40. Check out different note, have you been DineHuntington.com to see who’s participatkeeping up with the March ing and the menus. Is your favorite on the list?

Madness?

This year’s NCAA men’s basketball I know plenty of mine are. tournament has been one for the ages — some And a special thank you… to all the restau- are even saying it’s the most surprising of all rants who did participate in this year’s Spring time. I heard that a bunch of Retrievers, whom nobody gave a shot, took down some Restaurant Week! juggernaut Cavaliers. While I might not know Speaking of spring… Tuesday marked the all that much about basketball I can always get first day of spring. Fittingly, for this year at least, behind some puppy power. there was snow in the forecast as I sat down to Last thing… You see this box to the bottom-left write my column Monday morning. This winter has been so unpredictable. One day it’s near- of where my column runs? I hate to see it empty! ing 60 degrees, the next there’s a foot of snow Send us your photos. Regardless of whether or not on the ground. I just ask for some consistency! we publish them, we always love to see what’s going All I want is to not have to go back and forth on around town. And if we think one is a good fit from my winter jacket and gear to spring-time then it will run right below your dear Aunt Rosie’s outfits. Pick one and stick to it, Mother Nature. column as our photo of the week! Send us your snapshots: info@longislandergroup.com.

Along with the warm weather… comes the first in our bi-annual series of Home & Garden sections. I for one love the home and garden sections — I always admire the beautiful homes Huntington has to offer, and appreciate the advice our real estate experts offer on topics like buying and selling. The spring edition

(Aunt Rosie wants to hear from you! If you have comments, ideas, or tips about what’s happening in your neck of the woods, write to me today and let me know the latest. To contact me, drop a line to Aunt Rosie, c/o The Long-Islander, 14 Wall Street, Huntington NY 11743. Or try the e-mail at info@longislandergroup.com)

At around 2:14 p.m., March 13 an unknown suspect broke into an Abbott Drive house in Halesite, Suffolk police said. The homeowner told police the garage door to the home was ajar and that someone had broken the door handle to gain entry. Police have classified the incident as second-degree burglary and are still searching for a suspect.

Running Car Runs Off An unknown suspect stole a car from outside of a Altessa Boulevard residence in Melville at around 6:09 a.m., March 12, Suffolk police said. The suspect stole a 2005 BMW that was left running with the keys inside, police said.

Police have classified the incident as fourth-degree grand larceny, and no arrests have been made.

Main Street Mystery On March 10 at around 5 p.m., someone stole an air compressor from a vehicle on Main Street in Cold Spring Harbor, Suffolk police said. The suspect damaged the passenger side door of a Ford Econoline truck that was parked in the town lot while taking the air compressor from the vehicle, police said. Police have classified the incident as petit larceny, and no arrests have been made.

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An unknown suspect stole tools from a vehicle on Munson Court in Melville at around 9 p.m., March 9, according to Suffolk police.

The suspect took the assorted power tools from a 2017 Ford F-350 that was parked outside of a residence, police said. Police have classified the incident as fourth-degree grand larceny and are still searching for the suspect.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK LINDA SUSSMAN

“Music simply feeds my soul in a way that nothing else does.”

Singer Addresses Injustice Through Music, PAGE 5

Jewelry Snatched At around 12 noon on March 4, an unknown suspect burglarized a Christine Drive residence in Dix Hills, Suffolk police said. According to police, the suspect stole jewelry from the residence before fleeing the scene. Police have classified the incident as second-degree grand larceny, and no arrests have been made.

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comedy Pablo Francisco: Man Of Many Voices SPOTLIGHT

By Connor Beach cbeach@longislandergroup.com

Comedian Pablo Francisco discovered his talent for impressions in third grade when he would impersonate his friends’ parents.

Francisco, who has since been featured in Comedy Central specials, “MADtv”, and “The Three Amigos,” is bringing his wide range of character impressions and original comedy to Huntington next week.

Francisco, 44, said he first began to pick up his impressions by watching actors on television in Arizona, where he grew up.

“I’d mimic impersonations and learn by watching TV,” Francisco said.

“It started getting pushed into a hobby of comedy that basically turned into a

Comedian Pablo Francisco will bring his relaxed style and spot-on impressions to The Paramount in Huntington next Friday. career.”

Francisco said he first realized that he could make a living through standup comedy and his impressions after he got “fired from Domino’s pizza, in a good way” and had to make some money.

A friend offered him $200 for a 10minute stand-up set at a local bar, Francisco said, and his goofy style and impressions garnered some good laughs from the audience.

“It was still just a hobby,” he said.

“But when I realized that the money gets paid right there and you’re having fun that’s when I said, ‘Maybe this possibly could happen.’”

Current events and things in everyday life that “bug you” provide a solid foundation for many of Francisco’s jokes, but the comedian said he tries to say away from the “vicious circle” of political jokes.

The veteran comedian said he still

feels eager to get on stage before every show. Francisco recalled a moment when he was backstage before a show with Carlos Mencia when Mencia said, “Boy, every show feels like the first time.”

Francisco replied, “Yeah, but this time we’re not nervous we’re just eager to get on stage.”

That eagerness shines through in Francisco’s live performances, which almost always feature his favorite impression of Don LaFontaine, better known as the Movie Preview Guy. Francisco said he tries to create a bond with the audience at every live show in order to achieve a relaxed environment in the venue.

He said, “I like that after the wedding kind of vibe… I want to make sure there’s a no work tomorrow feeling in the room.”

Doors open at 7 p.m. for Francisco’s 8 p.m. show at The Paramount on Friday, March 30. Tickets are $20$50 and can be purchased at the box office or online at Paramountny.com.

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Photo/Northport-East Northport School District

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Photo/Facebook/Northport St. Baldrick’s

There’s been a bunch of buzzing across town over the past couple of weeks. Yes, it’s St. Baldrick’s season.

Annual head shavings that raise money for the fight against childhood cancer are being held across town.

St. Baldrick’s Foundation organizes and assists with head shaving events taking place during the St. Patrick’s Day holiday season. Shaving events have raised millions upon millions of dollars toward the best research practices to help find a cure for cancers affecting children.

On March 9, the Northport Middle School auditorium was literally

One of many shaves at Napper Tandy’s Northport on March 10.

buzzing after school.

Representatives of St. Baldrick’s Foundation were on hand to shave the heads of 14 students who agreed to have their heads shaved in exchange for donations.

Volunteers sat patiently in their chairs and temporarily bid their locks of hair farewell for this great cause.

Northport Middle School St. Baldrick’s team captain Mary Jean Crane took a seat at the shaving chair as well, along with a few other brave young women. Crane, along with three other dedicated participants, were officially inducted into the “St. Baldrick’s Knights of the Bald Table” for their seventh year of participation.

Other schools within the NorthportEast Northport School District held their own St. Baldrick’s fundraisers, including Dickinson Avenue Elementary and Bellerose Avenue Elementary. Altogether, the district raised over $63,000.

The next day, a fresh group of volunteers hit Napper Tandy’s Northport for the pub’s annual shave. The event raised $92,538 as of deadline Friday, according to the St. Baldrick’s website, through which donations continue to be accepted.

There was also a head-shaving event at Miller’s Ale House in Commack on March 11. The event raised $23,233 as of deadline Friday.

Northport Middle School students have their heads shaved to raise money for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, formed to raise money to research cures for cancers affecting children.

Photo/Facebook/Northport St. Baldrick’s

Shaving To Save Lives

Students Sam and Harry from Bellerose Avenue Elementary were excited to participate and help the St. Baldrick’s cause.

Photo/Northport-East Northport School District

The Fr. Thomas A. Judge K of C team surpassed its goal of $6,500 with the St. Baldrick’s head-shaving event at Miller’s Ale House in Commack on March 11. Pictured shaves are Rich Fitzgerald, Mike Norton, Chris Dee, Tom O’Donnell, Bob Dabkowski, Paul Mullman with sons Jake and Luke, and Bob Slingo.

Just a few of the heads that were shaved March 10 during the annual St. Baldrick’s event at Napper Tandy’s Northport.

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MUSIC Singer Addresses Injustice Through Music

By Connor Beach cbeach@longislandergroup.com

A Huntington resident with a passion for music announced her return to the music scene recently with the release of her first CD since 2002.

Linda Sussman put her music career on hold for the past 10 years to help care for her family. Now that she has more time to dedicate to herself, the director of publication services for Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press said she could no longer ignore the “pull to return to music.”

“Music simply feeds my soul in a way that nothing else does. So the release of my latest CD is a bit of a comeback for me,” Sussman said.

Her latest CD, “Every Road,” was released earlier this year. She collaborated with other musicians for the CD, a first for Sussman.

Sussman, who sings lead and backup vocals, is supported by Huntington-based guitarist Mike Nugent, drummer Richie Guerrero, Cindy

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Quart on Keyboard, and Gabrielle Schavran on cello. Sussman and Nugent were on hand as the multiple parts of each of the record’s 11 songs, which were recorded individually, were mixed together by Huntington resident Kevin Kelly.

Sussman described the style of the entirely original music on “Every Road” as folk or folk rock “with a little twang.”

“It was so much fun… It was a wonderful experience,” Sussman said.

Sussman said she discovered her love for music at a very young age.

“I started singing and playing the guitar when I was about 10,” Sussman said. “I’m self-taught on the guitar. I have had a vocal coach for the past two years, but before that I hadn’t had any coaching.”

Sussman’s two pervious CD’s “Breathe Easy” and “Fly Away” were released in 1997 and 2002, respectively.

Social justice issues are a significant inspiration behind much of Suss-

Huntington musician Linda Sussman will take the stage at Finley’s in Huntington on April 6 to support her most recent CD “Every Road.”

Sussman said. “I think it’s going to be a lot of fun, and I’m hoping we get a nice crowd and people really enjoy themselves. I hope people find a connection to my music.”

The live concert at Finley’s is scheduled for April 6 at 8 p.m., and more information about “Every Road” can be found online at Lindasussman.com.

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Gear Swap A Success

Huntington Councilwoman Joan Cergol, fourth from right, and the Huntington Youth Council hosted a sport swap event at the Dix Hills Ice Rink on March 10.

The Town of Huntington’s sport swap event earlier this month sent 125 pieces of gently-used pieces of sporting equipment to new homes.

Huntington Councilwoman Joan Cergol, who organized the swap with the Huntington Youth Council, said there was an “amazing turnout” for the event, which was hosted at the Dix Hills Rink on March 10.

“I want to thank the members of the Youth Council for helping to organize and run the event, as well as Bruce Moss of Sani Sport of Metro New York for donating his services and John Parks of D&J Refreshments for donating

man’s music.

“I feel it’s my duty to comment on social injustice, and so that really is what propels me to write those songs,” Sussman said.

Several of the songs on “Every Road” address social justice issues that are particularly relevant in today’s society.

Sussman said “Not In My Name” speaks to the current situation surrounding immigration, and “The Change” is her response to discrimination and the Black Lives Matter movement with lyrics like “Time to stop waiting on promises, time to start marching for change.”

“Everyone has their own struggle, and that’s really what ‘Every Road’ is about,” Sussman said.

To celebrate the release of her new CD Sussman and the other musicians who participated in “Every Road” will take the stage at Finley’s in Huntington village for a live concert.

“I just want to have a good time,”

snacks for the volunteers,” said Cergol, who said there’s a fall edition of the swap planned.

The gently-used equipment for sports like hockey, figure skating, baseball, lacrosse and soccer were dropped off at the rink prior to the swap in exchange for a voucher. Those vouchers could then redeemed for other equipment at the swap. Those unable to donate were able to purchase equipment by donating $5 for each item purchased, with proceeds set to be donated to charity.

Sani Sport of Metro New York was on site to use a specialized ozone chamber to sanitize the gear for its new users.

The way you take aim, a flexion in the right biceps, you draw the ball to your chin and click it in with a slight dip of your hip, fingers splayed, middle and ring, sunk deep.

Oh, the grace as you trot to the line nearly on tip toe, your arm arcing back.

The way the ball kisses the ground as you let it go with the lunge of a figure skater. It speeds like a spinning planet to the sweet spot

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for a strike. There’s nothing like it— the crack as the pins pop and fly apart, one lone survivor wobbling— a wounded Bugs Bunny, hands clasped to his throat, milking every last second.

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Get Your Dine On Spring Restaurant Week continues through Sunday

Dean Philippis, owner of Mill Pond House in Centerport, one of dozens of participating restaurants.

The Paella is on the menu at Cafe Buenos Aires in Huntington.

The fourth-annual Spring Dine Huntington Restaurant Week is here.

Now through Sunday, March 25 (until 7 p.m. only on Saturday), dozens of restaurants across Huntington, the dining capital of Long Island, are offering three-course, prix-fixe menu for either $20, $30 or $40 (plus tax and tip).

You can check out the menus online at Dinehuntington.com, but read below for a little taste of what’s in store.

Be sure to keep up with the DineHuntington Facebook page, too.

Dine Huntington Restaurant Week is a collaborative venture of Long Islander News and the Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce, with sponsorship support the Huntington Village Business Improvement District, Huntington Station Business Improvement District and The Paramount.

Spring DineHuntington Restaurant Week Participating Restaurants: Bistro Cassis 55B Wall St., Huntington 631-421-4122 Price(s): $40 On the menu: Sole Amandine Black & Blue 65 Wall St., Huntington 631-385-9255 Price(s): $20, $30, $40 On the menu: 16 oz. New York Strip Café Buenos Aires 23 Wall St., Huntington 631-603-3600 Price(s): $40 On the menu: Grilled Top Sirloin Steak Cinque Terre 872 E Jericho Turnpike, Huntington Station

631-923-1255 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Pappardelle Bolognese Filetto’s 297 Clay Pitts Road, East Northport 631-266-3700 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Meat Lasagna Finley’s (Storyville) 43 Green St., Huntington 631-351-3440 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Chicken Fried Steak Hush Bistro 46 Gerard St., Huntington 631-824-6350 Price(s): $40

On the menu: Scottish Salmon

Price(s): $40 On the menu: Gnocchi Pesto

IMC 279 Main St., Huntington 631-824-6222 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Wagyu Flak Steak

Mill Pond House 437 E Main St., Centerport 631-261-7663 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Pan-Seared Salmon Fillet

Jewel Restaurant 400 Broad Hollow Road, Melville 631-755-5777 Price(s): TBD Jonathan’s Ristorante 15 Wall St., Huntington 631-549-0055 Price(s): $40 On the menu: Homemade Bucatini Mac’s Steakhouse 12 Gerard St., Huntington 631-549-5300 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Flat-Iron Pork Steak Matteo’s Trattoria 300 W Jericho Turnpike, Huntington Station 631-421-6001 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Fresh Ravioli

Finish your meal with one of three desserts at IMC in Huntington, including the doughnuts.

Milito’s Restaurant 315 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station 631-824-6774

Osteria da Nino 292 Main St., Huntington 631-425-0820 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Pollo Alla Nino Piccola Bussola 970 W Jericho Turnpike, Huntington 631-692-6300 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Veal Parmigiana Over Linguine Prime 117 N New York Ave., Huntington 631-385-1515 Price(s): $40 On the menu: Short Rib w/ Cheesy Polenta & Roasted Carrots Radio/Radio 24 Clinton Ave., Huntington 631-923-2622 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Chicken & Waffles

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Red 417 New York Ave., Huntington 631-673-0304 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Grass Fed Burger

T.O.A. Asian Fusion 369 New York Ave., Huntington 631-673-7377 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Thai Mango Shrimp

The Ritz Café 42 Woodbine Ave., Northport 631-754-6348 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Grilled Pork Chops with Fried Onions

Ting 92 E Main St., Huntington 631-425-7788 Price(s): $30 On the menu: Huntington Roll

Seven Quarts Tavern 688 Fort Salonga Road, Northport 631-757-2000 Price(s): TBD

Tutto Pazzo 84 New York Ave., Huntington 631-271-2253 Price(s): $20, $30, $40 On the menu: Homemade Ravioli Twisters

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Blackstone is hosting next month a scotch showdown featuring offerings from two distilleries.

FADO CLOSES: Alison Steindler announced on Facebook earlier this month that she’s closing her Huntington village Portuguese restaurant, Fado. “It is time to share some sad news,” Steindler wrote, adding that the restaurant’s final day was to be March 18. “It has been a long time coming for many reasons and the journey has gone on as long as it could.”

Fado operated at 10 New St. for the past 7.5 years. Its menu reflected the Portugues atmosphere, with seafood from its rich coastline and hearty dishes from its mountainous interior.

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SCOTCH SHOWDOWN: The first annual scotch showdown at Blackstone (10 Pinelawn Road, Melville) on Wednesday, April 11, 6:30-9:30 p.m. The showdown, hosted by Zack Berger, will pit The Macallan vs.

Cutty Sark & Famous Grouse. A six-

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Fado’s Peixinhos da Horta, a fried string bean dish dressed with a piri piri dill aioli. course meal will be paired with scotch offerings. Cost is $169 per person (plus tax and tip). Call 631-271-7780 to reserve a seat.

NEW SANDWICH: There’s a new sandwich in town. Roast (827 Walt Whitman Road, Melville) debuted its new popcorn shrimp po’boy on Facebook last week. The sandwich is made up of lettuce, tomato, pickles and cajun remoulade, and served on a semolina hero. To keep up with Roast’s offerings, log on to Roastsandwichhouse.com.

The new popcorn shrimp po’boy at Roast in Melville.

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LAST DAY: The last day of the Huntington Indoor Farmer’s Market is this Sunday. The market, which opens at 9 a.m. in Jefferson School (253 Oakwood Road, Huntington), is packed with goods from local vendors.

There’s also live music and familyfriendly activities. The market is open until 1 p.m. For more information, visit Longislandfarmersmarkets.com.

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LONG ISLANDER NEWS • HUNTINGTON WEEKLY Ch am ber Sta ff Ellen O’Brien, Executive Director Courtney Bynoe, Associa te Executive Director

Exe cut ive Com mittee Brian Yudewitz, Robert Scheiner, Vice Cha Chair ir Robert Bontempi, Vice Cha (Chair, 2014-2017) ir (Chair, 2009-2014) Vita Scaturro, Vice Chair Jennifer Cassidy, Treasure r Bushra Dano, Secretary www.huntingtonchamber. com

Congratulations, Young Professionals!

The Huntington Chamber of Commerce and its Young Professionals committee is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated 10th Annual “Celebrate Long Island’s Young Professionals” awards ceremony. Thirty of Long Island’s young professionals, all under the age of 30, will be celebrated for their civic engagement, philanthropy and success in their career at Crest Hollow Country Club from 6-10 p.m., May 2.

Each year we accept the arduous task of sifting through many applicants and referrals for this prestigious award. Although Long Island is a mecca for many brilliant young pros, these 30 respected individuals were selected for their unique and compelling achievements within their or-

ganization and their local community.

It’s truly an honor for the Huntington Chamber to centerpiece the efforts exercised by our millennials in 2018. From creating innovative ideas to designing initiatives that improve quality of life, these 30 trusted honorees are role model citizens for the next generation to mirror. The Huntington Chamber’s Young Professionals Committee was created to help many young professionals connect and utilize each other’s resources. Its fabric consists of many influential people from all business sectors.

Join in the celebration! For ticket and advertising information, visit Huntingtonchamber.com or call 631423-6100

This year’s honorees: Ryan Adell - Next Generation Politics Dakota Arocho - Long Island Cares, Harry Chapin Food Bank

Dana Marcinka - Tully Law, PC

Sarah Baecher - Splashes of Hope

Alissa Toritto- Cerini & Associates, LLP

Nicole Brodsky - Quatela Chimeri, PLLC

Brittany Mueller - Huntington YMCA

Tracie Busch - Patchogue Family YMCA Marina Cortese - Animal Instinct Fitness John Cronin – John’s Crazy Socks Shannon Dempsey - Leviton Manufacturing, Inc.

Chamber Member Spotlight

Gabrielle Macagnone - The NPD Group Inc. & M&L Dance Corp

Cristian Murphy - St. Joseph’s College Michael Plunkett - Photo Plunkett Productions Meaghan Powers - New York City Law Department

Kimberly Ferrari - Chocolate Works

Emily Rapuano - Huntington Arts Council

Dylan Gafarian - Stony Brook University

Robert Renda - Forchelli, Deegan Terrana

Kristina Jubinville - Longwood Middle School

Christine Sammarco Zimmerman/Edelson Inc.

Cristina Keiley- LDI Color Tool Box

Alexander Schweitzer - H2M Architects & Engineers

Christina Keller - Late Night with Seth Meyers Kristyn Lang - Portnoy Messinger Todd Latchford - John W. Engeman Theater

James Tomeo - Elwood School Board; Allstate; Elwood Taxpayers Association Amanda Wilson - Golden Paw Society Rebecca Zunno - Cinema Arts Centre

Sonia Lysek - Huntington YMCA

Huntington Hospital, a proud member of Northwell Health, is a full-service, 408-bed, nonprofit community hospital serving the Huntington township and surrounding communities since 1916.

Huntington Hospital has been recognized as a “Best Regionally Based Hospital” in New York by

U.S. News and World Report, and is the first hospital on Long Island to achieve four consecutive Magnet designations from the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program for nursing excellence, among many other awards and designations for its various clinical programs.

Upcoming Events April 4, 3 p.m. – Shred Day Hosted by Green Committee at chamber office (164 Main St.,Huntington) April 10, 7:30-10 a.m. – Networking Breakfast: Digital Technology at Parkside Caterers at the Elks (195 Main St., Huntington)

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A handful of male clients also use the nutritional services to live a healthier lifestyle.

“There’s no one I won’t see,” Rubin said.

Piece of Cake offers an individualized nutrition plan for each client, but there is an overarching philosophy that is unique to the business. The name of the business should give potential insights into the major tenets of Rubin’s nutritional plans. No foods are “off limits” for clients of Piece of Cake.

“I named my business after dessert,” Rubin said. “I really want my clients to be able to have their cake and eat it too, it’s just a matter of finding a balance that works for them.”

Piece of Cake is housed in a wellness building, Rubin said, where it shares a space with personal training, yoga, massage and acupuncture businesses.

“Total wellness is the package here; if there is anything that’s out of my scope of practice, then I can refer clients to people that I know are really good at what they do,” Rubin said.

Rubin said accepting change is often the largest speed bump for many her clients to overcome.

She said, “When people come in I’m not going to give them a magic pill that’s going to take 20 pounds off in a week because those things don’t work.

For long term sustainable weight loss you need to eat well, exercise and find that balance.”

Piece of Cake clients are going to look forward to eating healthy, nour-

Helping people is a powerful force, and for Huntington resident Bari Rubin the desire to help others live life the way they wanted was what drove her to open Piece of Cake Nutrition.

Rubin said the “light bulb clicked” for her after talking with a career advisor about possible jobs to pursue.

“We started talking about things I like to do, things I enjoy,” Rubin said, adding that cooking, eating well and going to the gym topped the list. “So, she suggested nutrition.”

With a new career path in mind, Rubin transferred to LIU Post in Brookville where she earned a bachelor’s degree in nutrition.

After working and volunteering with several organizations and nutrition businesses, Rubin, 27, said she wanted to bring her own philosophies and ideas to clients.

In August she started Piece of Cake Nutrition at 75 New St., Huntington village and said the opportunity so far has been “pretty incredible.”

“I really love the one-onone connection of counseling,” Rubin said.

Piece of Cake Nutrition is open to clients of all ages who are facing all sorts of challenges with nutrition and weight loss.

“I see kids and teens some who are struggling with weight and some who are struggling with food aversions and eating healthy,” Rubin said. “I see women in their twenties and thirties who are just looking to be healthier; I see postmenopausal women Piece of Cake Nutrition at 75 New Street in Huntington village offers flexible hours to acwho are trying to take off commodate clients with busy schedules. that kind of weight.”

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Bari Rubin, 27, started Piece of Cake Nutrition as a flexible program that helps clients eat healthy without giving up the foods they enjoy eating. ishing food, Rubin said, without giving up the things they enjoy eating.

Starting in April, the business will be offering a nutritionist and personal training package for new clients.

Those interested can call or text Rubin to set up an appointment.

Rubin said her job is particularly rewarding when she can help a client commit to the plan that she developed and follow through to achieve their nutritional or weight loss goals.

She said, “There’s been a lot of good that has come from this, and that’s really exciting… I want the business to continue growing, and I want to help as many people as I can.”

Piece Of Cake Nutrition 75 New St., Huntington 516-225-8848 Pocnutrition.com

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Restaurant Week Continues

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Have you heard? Restaurants across Huntington are offering three-course, prix-fixe meals for either $20, $30 or $40 each day through Sunday, March 25 (Saturday til 7 p.m. only) as part of Spring DineHuntington Restaurant Week. Look in this week’s Foodie section, or go online at DineHuntington.com, to learn more and see who’s participating.

L.I. Builders Expo

The Long Island Builders Institute’s 28th annual home, trade and remodeling expo is Thursday, March 22, 3-8 p.m. at Hilton Long Island (598 Broadhollow Road, Melville). Features over 95 exhibitors; new products and services; $10,000 remodeling giveaway; and more. Cost is $160 per person (includes lunch). For more info, visit Libi.org.

WEDNESDAY Sunset Beach Yoga

‘God Of Carnage’

Poets In Port

Northport Arts Coalition presents a series 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.

SATURDAY Camp W Open House

Melville-based Camp W is hosting an open house at its 121 Wolf Hill Road grounds on Saturday, March 24, 2-4 p.m.

Meet the counselors, play games and

Long Island Bridal Expo hits Hilton Long Island (598 Broad Hollow Road, Melville) on both Monday, March 26 and Wednesday, March 28 from 6:30-9 p.m. Expo features experts in photography, videography, wedding gowns, flowers, limousines, DJs, bands, invitations, cakes, tuxedos, makeup and more. Register at Longislandbridalexpo.com.

Life Line Screening, a leading provider of preventive health screenings, brings its affordable, non-invasive and painless health screenings to the Huntington Moose Lodge (631 Pulaski Road, Greenlawn) on Tuesday March 27, 2-5 p.m. Five screenings will be offered that scan for potential health problems. Register for a wellness package that includes four vascular tests and osteoporosis screening for $149 ($139 with our member discount). Call 1-888-653-6441 or visit Lifelinescreening.com/communitycircle for more info.

FRIDAY

This Friday, March 23, 4-6:30 p.m., the Moonjumpers Charitable Foundation with sponsors National Grid, PSEGLI and Townwide Fund of Huntington will partner with General Needs to provide veterans at the Beacon House facility with a home-cooked meal and a necessities care package. A home cooked meal will be provided to all in attendance

by Shamrock Restaurant & Bar of Huntington. Those interested in assisting can call Lonnie Sherman at 516-672-9595.

The Beacon house is located in the Northport VA Medical Center (79 Middleville Road).

Free Bridal Expo

Life Line Screening

The next meeting of the Huntington Young Republicans is Thursday, March 22, 7 p.m. at Meehan’s of Huntington (371 New York Ave.). Suffolk Comptroller John Kennedy Jr. will be a guest speaker. There will also be networking opportunities and beer, wine, soda and food available.

Email Huntingtonyr@gmail.com for more info.

Help Out Veterans

MONDAY

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Young Republicans Meeting

In “God Of Carnage,” a playground altercation between 11-year-old boys brings together two sets of Brooklyn parents for a meeting to resolve the matter.

The stage play will be performed by The Carriage House Players this weekend.

Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and children. Call 516-557-1207 for more info, or visit Carriagehouseplayers.org.

Visit Longislandfarmersmaarkets.com for more info.

Help Out Veterans This Friday, March 23, 4-6:30 p.m., the Moonjumpers Charitable Foundation with sponsors National Grid, PSEGLI and Townwide Fund of Huntington will partner with General Needs to provide veterans at the Beacon House facility with a home-cooked meal and a necessities care package. A home cooked meal will be provided to all in attendance by Shamrock Restaurant & Bar of Huntington. Those interested in assisting can call Lonnie Sherman at 516-672-9595. The Beacon house is located in the Northport VA Medical Center (79 Middleville Road). participate in giveaways. There will be registration and information sessions, too. For more info, call 631-692-6222 or visit Campwdaycamp.com for more info.

March For Our Lives

Local high school students are hosting the March For Our Lives Long Island, a response to the Parkland, Florida school shooting, at Heckscher Park (Main Street and Prime Avenue in Huntington) on Saturday, March 24, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

For more info, visit Marchforourlives.com.

Little Blue Truck’s Springtime

Celebrate the beauty of springtime with storytime and activities featuring Little Blue Truck on Saturday, March 24, 11 a.m. at the East Northport Barnes & Noble (4000 E Jericho Turnpike). Call 631462-0208 for more info.

Home Show

See your favorite artisans, or meet new ones, at Crafts at the Suffolk County Home Show, which will be held this Saturday and Sunday, beginning at 11 a.m., at St. Anthony’s High School (275 Wolf Hill Road, Huntington Station). Free.

S UNDA Y Chili Cook Off

The Nicholas Demidovich Memorial Fund’s sixth annual chili cook off is Sunday, March 25, 3-7 p.m. at Huntington Elks Lodge 1565 (195 Main St.). There will be a live DJ, drink specials, raffles and more. A $20 donation that benefits Boy Scouts will include all-you-can-eat chili samples, hot dogs, salad and more.

Awards will be given to contestants. To enter the contest, or buy tickets, email peter@peterdemidovich.com or call 516983-5109.

Charity Egg Hunt

Walt Whitman Shops (160 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station) will be hosting an egg hunt on Sunday, March 25, 9-10 a.m. Tickets are $5 and available at Bit.ly/2GyfKVG. Proceeds will benefit a chosen charity.

Last Winter Farmers Market

The final day of the season for the Huntington Winter Farmers Market is Sunday. Market will be open 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Jefferson Primary School (253 Oakwood Road, Huntington). There will be live music, along with a selection of fresh goods.

Angel Wing Yoga is leading a sunset beach yoga session at West Neck Beach in Lloyd Harbor on Wednesday, March 28, 6:15-7:15 p.m. Cost is $15 for adults, $10 for children. Bring a towel and a hoodie. Visit Facebook.com/Angelwingyoga for more info.

LinkedIn Local

LinkedIn Local, a series of local, in-person events designed to help meet “the people behind the profiles,“ comes to LaunchPad Huntington (315 Main St., Huntington, second floor) on Wednesday, March 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m. There will networking opportunities, short talks, snacks and more. Tickets are $35 and available at Bit.ly/2Dv8185.

UPCOMING/ONGOING

Pet Food Drive

Suffolk Legislator Tom Donnelly (D-Huntington Station) and Long Island Cares are hosting a pet food drive for Baxter’s Pet Pantry now through the end of April.

Donations of pet food and/or supplies can be dropped off at the legislator’s 130 W Jericho Turnpike office in Huntington Station. For more info, call 631-8544433.

Retirement Requirements

The second annual Savvy Senior Panel: “Reaching Retirement: Now What?” will be presented by Genser Dubow Genser & Cona at the Conference Center (175 Broadhollow Road, Concourse Level, Melville) on Thursday, March 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Panel of experts will discuss latest financial, elder law and lifestyle solutions for those 60 years of age and over. Free and open to the public. Refreshments (Continued on page 13)

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Precode Era: Naughty, But Nice!” is Tuesday, April 3, 7:30 p.m. Cost is $60 for members, $75 for the public.

will be served. RSVP to Janet@genserlaw.com or 631-390-5000.

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Annual Postcard Show & Sale

Long Island Postcard Club’s 41st annual show and sale is Saturday, April 7, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church (189 Burr Road, East Northport). There will be vintage postcards, trade cards, maps, flyers and more. Food and refreshments available. For more info, email Gordon-j-smith@hotmail.com.

John W. Engeman Theater at Northport

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

• Showings of “In the Heights” continue through April 29.

• The Children’s Theater Season continues with “The Wizard of Oz” beginning March 24 and continuing through April 29.

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Boating Safety Courses

The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is hosting three boating courses over the next three months. Each course is held on a Saturday and runs 9 a.m.-6 p.m. The first course is April 14 at Huntington Public Library (338 Main St., Huntington); second is May 5 at Northport Library (151 Laurel Ave., Northport); and third is June 2 at Halesite Fire Department (1 New York Ave., Halesite). Courses meet certificate requirements for those born after May 1, 1996, and for those on personal watercraft. Cost is $40 per person (kids under 12 free if sharing book with adult). Email auxilarypal@hotmail.com for more info.

Country Line Dancing

Country style line dancing for beginners or experts, every Monday, 7:30 p.m. at the Moose Lodge, 631 Pulaski Road, Greenlawn. No partners needed. $10 per person. Info at linedancingwithlynn.com.

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 Art League of Long Island will be showcasing the works of Alan M. Richards in its Jeanie Tengelsen Gallery continue through March 25.

B. J. Spoke Gallery

Little Blue Truck’s Springtime Celebrate the beauty of springtime with storytime and activities featuring Little Blue Truck on Saturday, March 24, 11 a.m. at the East Northport Barnes & Noble (4000 E Jericho Turnpike). Call 631-462-0208 for more info.

2-3:30 p.m. Register online.

Elwood Public Library

Gather of Light Interspiritual Fellowship is hosting a Bingo fundraiser each Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. at 585 Broadhollow Road, Melville. Call 631-905-5688 for more info.

1929 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631499-3722. elwoodlibrary.org.

• Elwood-John Glenn High School’s Jazz Band will perform Saturday, April 14, 2 p.m.

• Elwood-John Glenn High School’s TriM Musical Group will perform Sunday, April 29, 2 p.m.

Do The Argentine Tango

Half Hollow Hills Community Library

Bingo!

Each Wednesday, 7-10:30 p.m. at Café Buenos Aires (23 Wall St., Huntington) is Argentine tango night. Dance, learn or just watch. Call 631-603-3600 for more info.

LIBRARIES

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.

• There will be an afternoon of bingo on Thursday, March 29, 2 p.m.

Commack Public Library

18 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631499-0888. Commackpubliclibrary.org.

• Kids ages 2-5 can come in their pajamas for a few stories and a craft on Thursday, March 29, 6:30-7:15 p.m. A parent or adult caregiver must remain with child.

Deer Park Library

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

• Jim Hawkins will present a program combining story and song with a variety of themes in Irish history, culture and tradition on Saturday, March 31,

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

• Newborns to age 36 months can have fun with rhymes, song, and fingerplays while developing language skills as they hear patterns in words at the Melville branch on Friday, April 20, 1111:30 a.m.

• Bring your own coloring books and supplies, or use the library’s on Thursday, March 29, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Tea/coffee will be available. Dix Hills branch. For adults. Register online.

Harborfields Public Library

31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-7574200. harborfieldslibrary.org • There will be a pajama party for kids in grades K-2 on Thursday, March 29, 77:45 p.m. There will be stories and games.

Huntington Public Library

Main branch: 338 Main St., Huntington.

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

• Noticed a variety of paper flowers in library displays? See how they’re made, or make one, Meshell at the Main branch on Wednesday, April 4, 1:30-3 p.m. For adults.

• Meditate with Dorothy Mandrakos at the Station branch on Friday, April 13,

9:30-10:30 a.m. For adults.

Northport-East Northport Public Library

Northport: 151 Laurel Ave. 631-2616930. (East Northport: 185 Larkfield Road. 631-261-2313. nenpl.org) • Pass on a positive message and give someone a reason to smile by decorating rocks with kind words and colorful designs on Saturday, April 14, 2-4 p.m. at the East Northport branch.

For young adults in grades 7-12, who can earn one hour of service credit with participation.

• There will be a building block party at the Northport branch on Friday, March 23, 7-7:45 p.m. for kids ages 1-4 with an adult (siblings welcome). Kids can build with a variety of blocks. Register online.

South Huntington Public Library

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

• The Disney’s Descendants Party is Saturday, March 24, 2:30-3:30 p.m. and will dastardly crafts, wayward games and sinister snacks all themed around Disney Descendant characters. Costumes and Descendant attire is strongly encouraged, but not required. Make not of any food allergies when registering. For kids in grades K-5.

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Cinema Arts Centre

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

• There will be a free showing of “The Immortal Life Of Henrietta Lacks” (USA, 2017, 93 min., TV-MA, English | Dir. George C. Wolfe) on Thursday, March 29, 7:30 p.m.

• A reel knowledge education film course instructed by film historian Philip Harwood titled “Women Of The

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 • The EXPO 37 Winners Exhibition is on display through March 30.

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 Spring Egg Hunt is Saturday, March 31, 10:30 a.m.-12 noon. For kids ages 0-6 (tot garden for ages 02). Limited tickets available.

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.

• Ocean Explorers Camp begins Tuesday, April 3 and continues through Friday, April 6. Kids in grades K-3 can explore stops along a whaler’s global journey, including through crafts, storytime, a scavenger hunt and fun experiments. Snacks will be provided.

Bring lunch. Register online.

Foto Foto Gallery

14 W. Carver St., Huntington 631-5490488. Fotofotogallery.org. Hours: (Continued on page 14)

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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

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.

• The 2018 edition of the “Long Island’s Best: Young Artists” exhibition will be on view through April 15. Opening reception is March 24, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

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 next singer-songwriter night is Thursday, March 29 at the gallery.

Singer-songwriters of all skill levels, and those who wish to listen, are welcome. Original music only. Ten minutes per performer. No pre-registration required ($10 donation to perform; $5 suggested for all others). Sign-up begins at 7 p.m.; mic opens at 7:30 p.m.

Email businessmanager@Huntingtonarts.org or call 631-271-8423 ext.

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Camp W Open House Melville-based Camp W is hosting an open house at its 121 Wolf Hill Road grounds on Saturday, March 24, 2-4 p.m. Meet the counselors, play games and participate in giveaways. There will be registration and information sessions, too. For more info, call 631-692-6222 or visit Campwdaycamp.com for more info.

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 • The next entry in the Lunch & Learn series will explore the history of Long Island’s railroad stations. Historian Dave Morrison will lead the presentation at Black & Blue (65 Wall St., Huntington) on April 18, 12 noon-2:30 p.m. Pricing for members is $45 per lecture or $120 for three ($50/$135 for non-members).

Includes 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.

• The “Taste of Northport” three-course luncheon is Friday, April 20, 1 p.m. at La Casa Cafe (445 Waterside Road, Northport). A special lecture, “The History of Crab Meadow,” will be given by Town Historian Robert Hughes. Cost is $35 for members, $40 for non-members – includes meal, soda and coffee.

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.

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

• The next First Saturday Concert is April 7, 7:30 p.m. with The Boxcar Lillies and Low Lily.

Walt Whitman Birthplace

The Paramount

MUS IC/ DANCE

Ridotto

246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station. Winter hours: Wednesday-Friday, 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 Norman & Jeanette Gould Library Launch celebration will be held Thursday, April 26, 1-3 p.m. The collection will be available to the public for scholarly research. Free and open to all.

Refreshment will be provided.

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.

• Joe Crookston will perform Friday, April 20.

Five Towns College Performing Arts Center

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

• Broadway Bound: “Everything Old is New Again” is Saturday, April 14, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10.

Folk Music Society of Huntington

370 New York Ave., Huntington. 631-6737300. Paramountny.com. All shows begin at 8 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

• The Paramount Party Series Presents: Party Rock – The World’s Best Party Band on Friday, April 6. Sing along to the biggest hits From ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, ’00s and today. Tickets are $15-$30.

• Broken Social Scene “Hug Of Thunder Tour 2018” with special guest The Belle Game is Saturday, April 7. Tickets are $30.50-$60.50.

• Rick Astley: Performing the Greatest Hits & Songs from his Album 50 is Tuesday, April 17. Tickets are $15-$45.

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

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

• Pianist Rachel Kudo will perform in recital on Sunday, March 25, 4 p.m.

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

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