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Happenings At The Emma Clark Library continued from page 14 also discuss presentation ideas, pairing wine with gourmet food gifts, and the best questions to ask at your local wine shop or online distributor. Led by Pascal Zugmeyer (Z Wine Guy), Certified Sommelier. No alcohol will be served. Open to all Suffolk County residents, but registration is required. Reserve your spot at emmaclark.org/programs.

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Key West: Where the Road Ends and Paradise Begins By Kerry Mastrobuoni

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Further along, stop at Robbie’s Marina in Islamorada where you can hand-feed the enormous tarpon gathered beneath the dock. It’s unforgettable entertainment, but watch those fingers! We learned that lesson the hard way. Arriving in Key West feels like entering another world. This tiny island, just four miles long and one mile wide, is actually closer to Cuba than Miami. Its history was shaped by shipwreck salvagers, Cuban cigar makers, fishermen, and free spirits. It also became a haven for writers. Ernest Hemingway found inspiration here in the 1930s, and you can tour his former home, now famous for its colony of six-toed cats. Playwright Tennessee Williams made the island his longtime home, while one of my favorite poets, Robert Frost, also spent time here in the winter months. Perhaps they were all drawn to the tropical light and warm sanctuary that make Key West so unforgettable.

As you wander the narrow streets, admire the pastelcolored conch houses, lush gardens, and inviting porches. And watch where you walk! Roosters roam freely, strutting through traffic as if they own the place. In Key West, apparently, they have the right of way! Great food is another part of the island’s personality. Latitudes on Sunset Key offers spectacular waterfront views and an elegant atmosphere. Louie’s Backyard is another favorite of mine, serving oceanfront dining with Caribbeaninspired flavors. Hot Tin Roof offers sophisticated cuisine overlooking the historic harbor. For something more casual, seek out neighborhood bars where conversation flows as freely as the drinks. After dinner, the energy ramps up along famous Duval Street. We always stop at Irish Kevin’s, where live music, hilarious performers, and audience participation make it impossible not to join the fun. This little island certainly knows how to entertain you!

Don’t spend your entire visit on land. Getting out on the water is a must! Explore the backcountry by boat, cruise past mangrove islands, or anchor at a beautiful sandbar. There’s nothing like stepping into crystalclear shallows, swimming in the warm water, and soaking up the sunshine surrounded by all the natural beauty. Key West is history, humor, incredible food, and wonderful people wrapped in tropical sunshine. What more could you ask for? Somehow, no matter how many times I visit, my compass always points me back to Key West. I’d love to hear from you! Share your travel tips, ideas and inspiration at Kerryscompass@ longislandmediagroup.com. Always let your compass lead you somewhere worth remembering.

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Roasted Pork Chops and Peaches Serves 4 1 10-ounce package couscous (11/2 cups) 1 tablespoon olive oil

4 bone-in pork chops (3/4 inch thick; about 2 pounds total) Kosher salt and black pepper 2 peaches, cut into wedges 1 small red onion, cut into thin wedges 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

Apple Crisp Serves 8 to 10 3⁄4 cup cashew flour 1⁄4 cup coconut flour 3 tablespoons arrowroot flour 1⁄4 cup maple sugar 1⁄4 cup coconut sugar 1⁄4 teaspoon fine sea salt 1⁄2 cup chilled ghee, or palm shortening 1⁄2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut 3 pounds baking apples Finely grated zest of 1 orange Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice 1⁄4 cup pure maple syrup 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1⁄4 teaspoon ground allspice Whipped cream (dairy or non-dairy), optional

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any people celebrate the holiday season, but perhaps no people enjoy this festive time of year as much as young children. Kids’ eager eyes cannot wait to see homes transformed into winter wonderlands, and kids anxiously count down the days until they can tear into mountains of presents. The weeks leading up to the holidays are among the most exciting of the year. When looking to wrangle kids’ nervous holiday season energy, simple crafts are great at keeping little ones busy while parents tackle holiday responsibilities. These crafty projects can serve as new family traditions or a way to increase the number of holiday keepsakes. Here are several holiday craft ideas that the young (and young at heart) can enjoy, courtesy of Good

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