Arts & Lifestyles - March 30, 2017

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ask the veterinarian

Lyme disease and the ‘mouse plague’

By Matthew Kearns, DVM

Once the larval and nymph stages have fed (and possibly ingested Lyme disease at I was listening to the radio and a seg- the same time), it is off to another host.

The next stage of my investigation was ment was introduced as “How a Mouse Plague Is a Forbidding Forecast for Lyme to find out why there is an upsurge in the Disease in the Northeast,” predicting mouse population. Was it weather related?

2017 as a particularly risky year for Lyme Other environmental factors? Actually it disease. I had always focused on how had most to do with a downtick in the popclose deer came to a dog owner’s property ulation of the natural predators of mice. when discussing the risk of Lyme disease. Many call it “Suburban Sprawl.”

Hawks, foxes and owls are the natural I realize now that I must also ask about predators of the white-footed mouse and mice.

I decided I need to do some more in- these predators need large forests to survive. Today we have more vestigating myself. I startof a fragmented landscape ed with a little coffee, a — plenty of smaller forests doughnut, and started that are broken up by small pounding the streets (I picfarms, housing developtured myself as a regular ments and roads.

“Magnum PI”). OK, back Mice are prolific at to reality. Coffee yes. Anymaking babies and actuone whose seen my waistally thrive in these environline would say, “doughnut ments. Unlike deer, mice NO!” Lastly, I only poundwill come right up to (and ed the streets of Bing, sometimes into) our homes Google and the Veterinary with all these ticks.

Information Network.

The Centers for Disease The first stage of my Control and Prevention reinvestigation was to refaMice are very port about 30,000 cases of miliarize myself with the human Lyme disease annuallife cycle of the deer tick. I efficient ly, but many experts feel that learned that there are four transmitters number is not accurate and stages: egg, larvae, nymph of Lyme that there could be as many (young adult) and adult.

The larval stage is the first disease, infecting about as 10 times that amount. I would say it is safe to assume stage to feed, so they do 95 percent of ticks that that the risk is just as high, if not have Borrelia burgfeed on them. not higher, for dogs. dorferi (the bacteria that There is no Lyme vaccine causes Lyme disease) but can acquire it during their first feeding. currently available for humans, but there has The adult stage of the tick prefers deer; been a safe and effective vaccine for dogs on however, the larval and nymph stages pre- the market for decades. Please be aware that fer smaller mammals such as dogs, cats, the canine Lyme vaccine has to be a series of two vaccines three weeks apart, and then possums and, most importantly, mice.

Another fun fact I learned is that al- once annually to be effective.

So, if you didn’t finish the initial series, or though other mammals, such as possums, will regularly groom off or kill the ticks there has been more than a year gap since on them, mice tolerate these ticks on their your dog received the vaccine, please make bodies. It is estimated that a white-footed an appointment with your veterinarian ASAP. mouse can have anywhere from 10 to 50 I would recommend a discussion about flea ticks on its face and ears at a time, and and tick preventatives at that same visit.

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legally speaking

The legal significance of paternity

By linda toga THE FACTS: My friend Joe, a New York State resident, was never married, but he and his on-again off-again girlfriend had a son together. The child was 14 months old when Joe died without a will. Before his death, Joe spent most of his free time with his son who lives with the girlfriend in New York. My friend’s parents live in Ohio and did not know about the girlfriend, much less the baby. They were shocked to learn that a baby they did not even know existed was the sole heir to Joe’s estate. They are now insisting on a DNA test.

‘North by Northwest’ heads to local theaters Alfred Hitchcock’s suspense-filled action-adventure “North by Northwest” (1959) will return to more than 700 select movie theaters nationwise on April 2 and 5, courtesy of Fathom Events, Turner Classic Movies and Warner Bros.

The star-studded cast includes Cary Grant, Eva Marie Saint, James Mason, Martin Landau and Jessie Royce Landis.

Audiences will also enjoy specially produced commentary by Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz before and after the feature.

Participating theaters in our neck of the woods include AMC Loews Stony Brook 17 (at 2 and 7 p.m. on both days), Farmingdale Multiplex Cinemas (on April 2 at 2 p.m., April 5 at 2 and 7 p.m.) and Island 16 Cinema

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THE QUESTION: Can Joe’s parents insist that a DNA test be done to prove paternity?

THE ANSWER: Whether or not a DNA test is appropriate will depend on what steps Joe may have taken to establish paternity. If, for example, Joe signed a paternity acknowledgment, the Surrogate’s Court will not order a genetic marker test or DNA test.

Under Public Health Law 4135-B, the father of a child An Order of can establish paternity by signing a paternity acknowl- Filiation is a court edgment immediately before or after an in-hospital birth order that names a of a child to an unmarried man as the father woman. The acknowledgof a child and ment must be signed by both parents and witnessed by two can be done ‘on people who are not related to consent.’ either parent. The acknowledgment must be filed with the registrar along with the child’s birth certificate.

If neither parent rescinds the acknowledgment within 60 days of signing it, the acknowledgment is deemed conclusive evidence of paternity. While challenges to a paternity acknowledgment based upon fraud or duress can be brought, the burden of proof is very high.

Another way the paternity of a child born out of wedlock can be established is through an Order of Filiation. A proceeding to establish paternity may be brought in Family Court by the mother of the child, a person claiming to be the father, the child or the child’s guardian. Assuming adequate proof is submitted to the court, an order will be issued setting forth the relationship between the father and the child. Just as there is a 60-day period during which the paternity acknowledgment can be rescinded, the court has 60 days in which to vacate an Order of Filiation before it is deemed conclusive evidence of paternity.

If, during Joe’s lifetime, an order of filiation was issued stating that the girlfriend’s son was Joe’s child, Joe’s parents cannot demand a genetic marker or DNA test.

If there is no paternity acknowledgment or Order of Filiation, Joe’s parents can insist that proof be presented establishing that Joe is the child’s father. In that case, genetic marker and/or DNA testing would certainly be appropriate.

Other evidence may include proof that Joe was providing child support or that he publicly held himself out as the child’s father. If paternity cannot be established, Joe’s parents are in line to inherit his estate.

Such an unfortunate outcome could have easily been avoided if Joe discussed his situation with an experienced estate planning attorney and had a will prepared that expressed his desire to leave his assets to his son.

Linda M. Toga, Esq. provides legal services in the areas of estate planning, probate, estate administration, litigation, wills, trusts, small business services and real estate from her East Setauket office.

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Looks like she’s smiling, doesn’t it? Say hello to Aviana, a two-and-a-half-year-old Labrador Retriever mix currently staying at Kent Animal Shelter. This sweetheart certainly has a story to tell . . . but she’s too shy to share it. In this case, it may be better not to know because it certainly doesn’t seem like she’s had a good life so far. Aviana would most likely do best in a quiet home where she can take all the time she needs to come out of her shell. With lots of hugs and kisses, she will surely gain some confidence once she sees that the world isn’t such a bad place.

Aviana gets along well with dogs and cats, she is spayed, de-wormed, microchipped and up to date on all her vaccines. Why not drop by and say hello? Kent Animal Shelter is located at 2259 River Road in Calverton. For more information on Aviana and other adoptable pets at Kent, please call 631-727-5731 or visit www.kentanimalshelter.com.

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Diabetes myths and truths

Some surprising results about lifestyle Most of us know that type 2 diabetes is an epidemic in America and continues to grow. Type 2 diabetes was thought to be an adult-onset disease, but more and more children and adolescents are affected as well. The most recent statistics show that 50 percent of teens with diabetes between the ages of 15 and 19 have type 2 (1).

Thus, this disease is pervasive throughout the population.

Let’s test our diabetes IQ. See if you can determine whether the following items are true or false.

•Whole fruit should be limited or avoided.

•Soy has detrimental effects with diabetes.

•Plant fiber provides too many carbohydrates.

•Coffee consumption contributes to diabetes.

•Bariatric surgery is an alternative to lifestyle changes.

My goal is to help debunk type 2 diabetes myths. All of these statements are false. Let’s look at the evidence.

Fruit Fruit, whether whole fruit or fruit juice, has always

By David been thought of Dunaief, M.D. as taboo for those with diabetes. This is only partially true. Yes, fruit juice should be avoided because it does raise or spike glucose (sugar) levels. The same does not hold true for whole fruit. Studies have demonstrated that patients with diabetes don’t experience a spike in sugar levels whether they limit the number of fruits consumed or have an abundance of fruit (2). In another study, whole fruit actually was shown to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes (3).

In yet another study, researchers looked at different whole fruits to determine their impacts on glucose levels. They found that berries reduced glucose levels the most, but even bananas and grapes reduced these levels (4) — that’s right, bananas and grapes, two fruits people associate with spiking sugar levels and increasing carbohydrate load.

The only fruit that seemed to have a mildly negative impact on sugars was cantaloupe.

Fruit is not synonymous with sugar. One of the reasons for the beneficial effect is the flavonoids, or plant micronutrients, but another is the fiber.

Fiber We know fiber is important in a host of diseases, and it is not any different in diabetes. In the Nurses’ Health Study and NHS II, two very large prospective (forwardlooking) observational studies, plant fiber was shown to help reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes (5). Researchers looked at lignans, a type of plant fiber, specifically examining the metabolites enterodiol and enterolactone. They found that patients with type 2 diabetes have substantially lower levels of these metabolites in their urine, compared to the control group without diabetes.

There was a linear, or direct, relationship

between the amount of metabolites and the reduction in risk for diabetes. The authors therefore encourage patients to eat more of a plant-based diet to get this benefit.

Foods with lignans include: flaxseed; sesame seeds; cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and cauliflower; and an assortment of fruits and grains (6). The researchers could not determine which plants contributed the most benefit. They believe the effect is from antioxidant activity.

role. The duration of the studies ranged from 10 months to 20 years, and the database was searched from 1966 to 2013, with over one million participants.

Bariatric surgery

In recent years, bariatric surgery has grown in prevalence for treating severely obese (BMI>35 kg/m²) and obese (BMI >30 kg/m²) diabetes patients. In a metaanalysis of bariatric surgery (involving 16 RCTs and observational studies), the proceSoy and kidney function dure illustrated better results than convenSoy sometimes has a negative associa- tional medicines over a 17-month follow-up tion. However, in diabetes patients with period in treating HbA1C (three-month nephropathy (kidney damage or disease), blood glucose measure), fasting blood glusoy consumption showed improvements in cose and weight loss (10). During this time kidney function (7). There were significant period, 72 percent of those patients treated reductions in urinary creatinine levels and with bariatric surgery went into diabetes reductions of proteinuria (protein in the remission and had significant weight loss. urine), both signs that the kidneys are beHowever, after 10 years without proper ginning to function better. management involving lifestyle changes, This was a small but randomized con- only 36 percent remained in remission with trolled trial, considered the gold standard diabetes, and a significant number regained of studies, over a four-year period with 41 weight. Thus, whether one chooses bariatric participants. The control group’s diet con- surgery or not, altering diet and exercise are sisted of 70 percent animal protein and 30 critical to maintain long-term benefits. percent vegetable protein, while the treatThere is still a lot to be learned with diament group’s consisted of 35 percent ani- betes, but our understanding of how to manmal protein, 35 percent textured soy pro- age lifestyle modifications, specifically diet, tein and 30 percent is becoming clearer. vegetable protein.

The take-home mesThis is very imsages are: Don’t portant since diaavoid whole fruit; betes patient are 20 soy is potentially to 40 times more valuable; fiber from likely to develop plants may play a nephropathy than very powerful role in those without diapreventing and treatbetes (8). It appears ing diabetes; and cofthat soy protein may fee may help prevent put substantially less diabetes. stress on the kidneys Thus, the overthan animal protein.

In recent studies, whole fruit arching theme is This negative effect you can’t necwas shown to actually reduce that with animal protein essarily go wrong the risk of type 2 diabetes. may be due to higher with a plant-based levels of phosphorus. diet focused on However, those who fruits, vegetables, have hypothyroidism beans and legumes. should be cautious or avoid soy since it may And if you choose a medical approach, suppress thyroid functioning. bariatric surgery is a viable option, but don’t forget that you need to make significant lifestyle changes to increase the Coffee likely durability over 10 or more years.

Coffee is a staple in America and in my household. It is one thing my wife would References: never let me consider taking away. Well, (1) JAMA. 2007;297:2716-2724. (2) she and the rest of the coffee-drinking portion of the country can breathe a big sigh Nutr J. 2013 Mar. 5;12:29. (3) Am J Clin Nutr. 2012 Apr.;95:925-933. (4) BMJ onof relief when it comes to diabetes.

There is a meta-analysis (involving 28 line 2013 Aug. 29. (5) Diabetes Care. online prospective studies) that shows coffee de- 2014 Feb. 18. (6) Br J Nutr. 2005;93:393– creases the risk of developing diabetes (9). 402. (7) Diabetes Care. 2008;31:648-654.

It was a dose-dependent effect; two cups (8) N Engl J Med. 1993;328:1676–1685. decreased the risk more than one cup. (9) Diabetes Care. 2014;37:569-586. (10) Interestingly, it did not matter whether it Obes Surg. 2014;24:437-455. contained caffeine or was decaffeinated.

Dr. Dunaief is a speaker, author and loThis suggests that caffeine is not necessarily the driving force behind the effect of cal lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitcoffee on diabetes.

The authors surmise that other com- ness and stress management. For further inpounds, including lignans, which have formation, visit www.medicalcompassmd. antioxidant effects, may play an important com or consult your personal physician.

Vendors wanted

▶ Benner’s Farm, located at 56 Gnarled Hollow Road in Setauket, is seeking vendors, craftspeople and artisans for its upcoming Easter Festival on April 15 and 16 from noon to 4 p.m. Reserve your popup shop booth by calling 631-689-8172 or email folks@bennersfarm.com. ▶ Preferred Promotions is seeking merchandise vendors for its upcoming Deepwells Springtime Boutique at Deepwells Mansion, 495 Moriches Road, St. James on April 22 and 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Call 631-563-8551 for more information. ▶ The Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce will hold its 8th annual Health & Wellness Fest at the Earl L. Vandermuelen High School, 350 Old Post Road, Port Jefferson on April 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Interested vendors should call 631-4731414 or email info@portjeffchamber.com. ▶ The Smithtown Historical Society, 239 E. Main St., Smithtown is seeking product vendors for its Spring Farm Festival on April 30 from noon to 4 p.m. and its upcoming Farmers Market this summer and fall. All products should be natural, coming from items grown in the garden or from animals on the farm. Call 631-265-6768 for details. ▶ The United Methodist Church of Lake Ronkonkoma, 792 Hawkins Ave., Lake Grove will hold its annual Spring Festival on May 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (rain date May 13). Interested vendors should call 631-5855101 or email BethAnn.UMC@optimum.net. ▶ The Farmingville Residents Association will host Flea Markets on May 28, June 25, Aug. 27 and Sept. 24 on the lawn of Pat’s Tattoos, 22 Granny Road, Farmingville from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Rain dates are the following Sundays). For applications, pricing and full info, please email FRA23@optonline.net. ▶ Art League of Long Island, 107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills is seeking fine artists and crafters to display and sell their original works at its 50th annual Art in the Park Fine Art & Craft Fair at Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington on June 3 and 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Deadline to apply is May 18. Call 631-462-5400 for further information. ▶ The Wading River Historical Society is seeking artisans and crafters for its upcoming craft fair on May 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call the society at 631-9294082 or email wrhistsoc@optonline.net. ▶ Harborfields Public Library’s Friends of the Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn is seeking vendors for its annual Flea Market to be held on May 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For an application, visit www. harborfieldslibrary.org. ▶ East End Arts is seeking artist, artisan and craft vendors for its fine arts and crafts at the 21st annual Community Mosaic Street Painting Festival to be held on May 28 from noon to 5 p.m. in downtown Riverhead. Deadline is May 10. For more information, call 631727-0900 or visit www.eastendarts.org. ▶ The Three Village Historical Society is seeking vendors and individuals for its annual Yard Sale to be held on June 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Rain date is June 11.) 10-foot by 10-foot spaces available for $30, $25 members. To print out an application, visit www.tvhs.org. For more information, call 631-751-3730. ▶ Farmingville Hills Chamber of Commerce will hold its 6th annual Farmingville Street Fair on June 11 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Interested craft, toy, jewelry, clothing and food vendors should call 631-317-1738 or email info@ farmingvillechamber.com.

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Thursday 30 Book signing

Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will welcome sports writer and Long Island native Brett Topel who will be speaking and signing copies of his new book, "So You Think You're a New York Mets Fan?: Stars, Stats, Records, and Memories for True Diehards," at 7 p.m. Questions? Call 271-1442.

Interplay Jazz Orchestra in concert

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will welcome The Interplay Jazz Orchestra in concert from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $29 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students, children under 12 free. To order, call 751-1895 or visit www.thejazzloft.org.

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Friday 31

The Friends of Flax Pond will host a lecture (rescheduled from Feb. 19) at the Childs Mansion, 19 Shore Drive, Old Field at 3 p.m. featuring a presentation by Russell Burke, chair, Department of Biology, Hofstra University, and noted diamondback terrapin researcher. His presentation titled "What We Know and Don’t Know about NY Terrapins," will be moderated by Stony Brook University's Malcolm Bowman. The lecture is free and refreshments will be served. Parking is at the Flax Pond Lab. To RSVP or for more information, call 767-6287.

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Sound Brass Quintet in concert

AN EVENING OF CHAMBER MUSIC Nine-time Grammy award winners, the Emerson String Quartet will bring their third concert of the season to the Staller Center of the Arts at Stony Brook University on April 4.

Photo from Staller Center

Barn dance in Smithtown

Join the Smithtown Historical Society at the Frank Brush Barn, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown for an evening of ballroom, Latin and swing dancing from 7 to 10 p.m. $10 per person. For more information, call 265-6768.

Swing Dance at The Jazz Loft

Enjoy a concert of exciting brass music with the Sound Brass Quintet (Joe Boardman, Ellen Ryan, Tom Gellert, Terry Nigrelli and Mike Richardson) at Northport Public Library, 151 Laurel Ave., Northport at 2 p.m. Fun for the entire family. A reception will follow. Call 261-6930.

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will host a Swing Dance from 8 to 11 p.m. with live music by The Glenn Crytzer Orchestra.

A beginner lesson will be held from 7:30 to 8 p.m. No partner needed. Come alone or bring a friend. Admission is $15. Call 476-3707 or visit www.sdli.org for further information.

Historical Walking Tour

Cuisine & Confessions

The Three Village Historical Society will present a Walk through history with farmer and Revolutionary War spy Abraham Woodhull from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Explore the nature sanctuary that was once Woodhull’s farm, the Setauket Village Green, Grist Mill, Patriot’s Rock and historic grave sites. Tour begins and ends at the parking lot at the front of the Caroline Episcopal Church, 1 Dyke Road, Setauket. $8 per person. No reservations necessary.

Call 751-3730.

Three Village Players in concert

First United Methodist Church, located at 603 Main Street in Port Jefferson will welcome the Three Village Players in concert at 4 p.m. Program will include Philip Glass’s String Quartet No. 3, George Gershwin’s Lullaby, Charles Ives’ String Quartet No. 1 and original works by local composer and performer Taylor Ackley.

3VCP Young Artist Maggie Hua will open the concert. Free admission but donations welcome. For more information, call 678-5972.

The Northport Historical Society, 215 Main St., Northport will present a lecture titled "The History of East Northport" at 2 p.m. Local historian Bob Little will discuss the many names the area has had as well as the role played by the Northport trolley in its development. Refreshments will be served. Free for members and $5 for nonmembers. For more information, call 757-9859.

Flax Pond lecture

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The Rocky Point Historical Society will provide tours for the Noah Hallock Homestead, circa 1721, 172 Hallock Landing Road, Rocky Point every Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. through December. Costumed docents will conduct tours and relate stories of early residents of Rocky Point. Suggested donation.

Sunday at the Society

Stony Brook Community Church, 216 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will present a concert in its historic sanctuary featuring the Symmetry Wind Quintet, soprano Valerie Grehan and organist Carol Weitner. The program will include light classical and Broadway/popular selections. A meet and greet will follow. Tickets are $15 adults $12 seniors, $5 students.

For more information, call 751-0574.

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook will host its second annual Arts & Alzheimer's Conference from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Carriage Museum's Gillespie Meeting Room. The day-long event is intended for health care facilities, professional caregivers, family care partners and cultural organizations looking to find meaningful ways to further connect with this community through the arts. The program is free but registration is required by calling 751-0066, ext. 211.

Noah Hallock House Tour

Smithtown United Methodist Church, 230 Middle Country Road, Smithtown will host a concert, Dreaming of Spring, by Opera Et Al at 2 p.m. Featuring an afternoon of opera arias, Neapolitan favorites, Broadway show tunes, American standards and art songs. $10 donation requested. Questions? Call 265-6945.

Symmetry Wind Quintet in concert

Arts & Alzheimer's Conference

The Town of Brookhaven will present its annual indoor Home & Garden Show at Ecology Site, 249 Buckley Road, Holtsville today from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and April 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature dozens of vendor exhibits including landscaping, garden centers, awnings, stonework, driveways, garden structures, interior décor, gutters and more. Free workshops for all ages. Admission is $6 adults, children ages 16 and under free.

For additional details, call 758-9664, ext. 18.

An afternoon of opera

Canada’s award-winning circus/acrobat troupe, Les 7 doigts de la main (7 Fingers of the Hand) will grace the Main Stage of the Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook today at 8 p.m. and April 1 at 4 p.m. Integrating an eye-popping flight of acrobatic cirque choreography and pulsating music with the other three senses — taste, touch and smell — to present an endlessly entertaining show in a kitchen setting.

Tickets are $42 per person. To order, call 6322787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Baroque concert

St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 30 Brooksite Ave., Smithtown will host a concert by the Long Island Baroque Ensemble (LIBE) at 7:30 p.m.

The program will feature the LIBE’s 47th annual tribute to Johann Sebastian Bach. Admission is $30 adults, $15 students, children up to 10 years old free. To order, visit www.libaroque.org. For further information, call 212-222-5795.

First Saturday concert

The Folk Music Society of Huntington will welcome singer/songwriter James Keelaghan in concert at the Congregational Church of Huntington, 30 Washington Drive, Centerport at 8:30 p.m. Preceded by an open mic at 7:30 p.m. Tickets, priced at $25, may be purchased at the door or by visiting www.fmsh.org. For more information, call 425-2925.

Sunday 2 Home & Garden Show See April 1 listing.

Cuisine & Confessions See April 1 listing.

Car Show & Swap Meet

Long Island Cars will kick off its 2017 season with a Car Show & Swap Meet at the Pennysaver Amphitheater at Bald Hill, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Show cars from the fifties, sixties and seventies, oneof-a-kind custom cars, street rods, antiques, exotics, muscle cars and imports will be on hand. Held rain or shine. Admission is $9, kids under age 12 are free. Call 567-5898 for additional details.

Nature on the Move hike

Caumsett State Historic Park, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington will host a 4-mile adult nature hike through the western section of the park from 12:30 to 2:45 p.m. $4 per person. Advance registration required by calling 423-1770.

Sunday Street Concert

In collaboration with The Greater Port Jefferson Arts Council and WUSB-FM, The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook will welcome Antje Duvekot and Natalia Zuckerman in concert in the Carriage House’s Gillespie Room at 5 p.m. as part of its Sunday Street series. Tickets are $23 through March 31 at www.sundaystreet,org and $28 at the door (cash only). Call 6321093 additional info.

Monday 3 Historical Society lecture

Join the Smithtown Historical Society at the Frank Brush Barn, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown at 7 p.m. for a spring lecture by Bradley L. Harris about James Clinch Smith, a society man and community leader of Smithtown who perished on the Titanic. Free and open to all.

Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please call 265-6768.

Jazz concert

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will present a jazz concert featuring Min XiaoFen's Blue Pipa Trio from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students. To order, visit www.thejazzloft.org or call 751-1895.

Tuesday 4 Book signing

Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will welcome WWE Champion A.J. Mendez Brooks (A.J. Lee) who will be speaking and signing copies of her new memoir, “Crazy Is My Superpower: How I Triumphed by Breaking Bones, Breaking Hearts, and Breaking the Rules,” at 7 p.m. Call 271-1442 for more information.

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Emerson String Quartet

The Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook will present the award-winning Emerson String Quartet, with Eugene Drucker, Philip Setzer, Lawrence Dutton and Paul Watkins, in concert in the Recital Hall at 8 p.m. The program will include Tchaikovsky Quartet No. 3 in Eb minor, op.

30; Debussy String Quartet, op. 10; and Dvorak String Quartet in C Major, op. 61. Tickets are $48.

To order, call the box office at 632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Wednesday 5 The Art of Jazz

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will host The Atelier at Flowerfield’s new program, The Art of Jazz from 7 to 9:30 p.m.

Sketch a clothed figure model posing with a musical instrument while listening to the smooth sounds of jazz. $20 per person. Register online at www.atelieratflowerfield.org, by calling 250-9009 or pay at the door.

LIVE@Deepwells concert

Deepwells Mansion, 2 Harbor Hill Road, St. James will welcome musicians Kaitlyn Raitz and Ben Plotnick (bluegrass, Appalachian and stringband folk music) at 8 p.m. as part of its monthly LIVE@Deepwells concert series. Scott Krokoff (folk rock and country pop) will open.

Admission is $10 at the door. Parking is free.

For additional information, call 862-2020 or visit www.liveatdeepwells.org.

Thursday 6 Buy coffee, sell chametz

Rabbi Aaron Benson from North Shore Jewish Center will be available to answer Passoverrelated questions at Starbucks, 246 Route 25A, Setauket from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. He will also be able to buy your chametz (leavened products) that are not appropriate for the holiday.

For further information, call 928-3737.

Center for Italian Studies lecture Stony Brook University's Center for Italian Studies, located at the Frank Melville Memorial Library, Room E4340, will welcome Prof.

Chiara De Santi from SUNY Fredonia who will speak on the top of Italian American gastronomy and family values in the films of Martin Scorsese at 5:30 p.m. Free and open to all. For more information, call Josephine at 632-7444.

Theater ‘In the Heights’

Five Towns College Theatre Arts Division, 305 N. Service Road, Dix Hills will present a production of “In the Heights” from March 30 to April 1 at 7:30 p.m. and April 2 at 2 p.m. Directed by Marie Danvers. Tickets are $18 adults, $15 seniors and students. To order, visit www.ftc.edu/ftcpac. For additional information, call 656-2110.

'It Shoulda Been You'

Through April 15 the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown will introduce a new musical comedy to the Main Stage, "It Shoulda Been You," with book and lyrics by Brian Hargrave and music by Barbara Anselini. Tickets are $35 adults, $32 seniors, $20 students. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

Festival of One-Act Plays

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will present its 20th annual Festival of One-Act Plays, featuring seven original productions, on the Second Stage through April 1. Tickets are $18. Call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com to order.

‘Apparition’

The Department of Theatre Arts at Stony Brook University will present a production of "Apparition: An Uneasy Play of the Underknown" from March 30 to April 9 at the Staller Center for the Arts, Theatre 2, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook. Tickets are $20 per person, $10 SBU students. To order, call 6322787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

‘Doubt'

Theater 294, 294 Farmingdale Road (Route 109), East Farmingdale will present John Patrick Shanley’s "Doubt" through April 8. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. To order, visit www.doubtli.brownpapertickets.com.

'Jekyll & Hyde'

Through April 30, the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will bring the mesmerizing musical "Jekyll & Hyde" to its Main Stage. Based on the classic story by Robert Louis Stevenson and featuring a thrilling score of pop rock hits from multi-Grammy and Tony-nominated Frank Wildhorn and double Oscar and Grammy-winning Leslie Bricusse.

Tickets range from $71 to $76. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Death of a Salesman’

The Star Playhouse at Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack will present Arthur Miller’s "Death of a Salesman" on April 1 at 8 p.m. and April 2 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25 adults, $18 seniors and students. To order, call 462-9800, ext. 136, or visit www. starplayhouse.com.

'Godspell'

Students at Mount Sinai High School, 110 North Country Road, Mount Sinai will present the musical "Godspell" in the school auditorium on March 30, 31 and April 1 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 adults, $7 students and senior citizens. Senior citizens are invited to reserve free tickets for the March 30 performance. For information or to order tickets, call 870-2882.

‘Where There’s a Will’

What happens when a group of down and out show folk are given the chance to each inherit half a million dollars? The answer is "Where There’s a Will," an original comedy by Jeffrey Sanzel playing on the Mainstage at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from April 8 to May 6. Tickets are $35 per person, $20 for children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 9289100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘When Do We Eat?

Join Temple Beth El, 660 Park Ave., Huntington for a free screening of "When Do We Eat?," the story of a dysfunctional Jewish family’s Passover Seder, on March 30 at 7 p.m. RSVP to Diane at educator@tbeli.org. For more information, call 421-5835.

‘A Quiet Passion’

Join the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for a special preview screening of "A Quiet Passion" starring Cynthia Nixon as Emily Dickinson on March 30 at 7:30 p.m. With filmmaker Terence Davies in person. Tickets are $20, $15 members. For more details, call 4237611 or visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

‘I Am Not Your Negro’

The Arena Players Repertory Theater will present "The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia?," the provocative black comedy that questions the boundaries of love and the limits of desire, at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Carriage House Theater, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport on April 14, 15, 21, 22 at 8 p.m. and April 23 at 3 p.m. Tickets range from $18 to $25. To order, call 516-293-0674 or 516-557-1207. For more info, visit www. arenaplayers.org.

As part of the Port Jefferson Documentary Series, the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook will screen “I Am Not Your Negro,” an examination of race in America, on April 3 at 7 p.m. in the Carriage Museum’s Gillespie Room. Guest speakers will include Prof. Zebulon Miletsky, African American Studies, SUNY, and author/ Prof. Michael Thelwell, U. Mass, Amherst. Cosponsored by the Africana Studies Department at Stony Brook University. Tickets, sold at the door, are $7 (no credit cards please). For more information, visit www.portjeffdocumentaryseries. com or call 473-5220.

Film

Farmers markets

‘Under Water’

Port Jefferson

Westy Self Storage, 4049 Jericho Turnpike, East Northport will host a screening of the anti-drug short film "Under Water" by Bryan Fitzgerald followed by a facilitated community discussion of addiction and recovery on March 30 and again on April 2 at 7:30 p.m.

This event is free of charge but advance registration is requested by visit www. underwaterckp.eventbrite.com. For further information, call 855-417-1284.

The Village of Port Jefferson will host a winter farmers market at the Village Center, 101A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson every Sunday on the third floor from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. through May. Find local organic produce, honey, bread and baked goods and international specialties.

Over 20 vendors. Free admission. Call Melissa at 516-551-8461 for further information.

Smithtown

The Smithtown Historical Society will host a Gourmet Food and Handmade Market at the Frank Brush Barn, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown on April 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring jewelry, home decor, crafts, baby items, scarves, food, gifts and more. Free admission.

Call 265-6768 for details.

At 7 p.m., Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will welcome professor and poet Greg Moglia who will be speaking and signing copies of his new collection of poetry, “Lost, But Making Good Time.” Questions? Call 271-1442.

Class reunions

Civil War Roundtable meeting

South Huntington Public Library, 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station will host a meeting of the North Shore Civil War Roundtable at 7 p.m. Guest speaker will be Ron Coddington who will speak on Civil War portrait photography in a lecture titled "Cardomania! The Rise and Fall of the Carte de Visite in Civil War America." Free and open to all. Call 549-4411 for further information.

Smithtown Central High School, Class of 1967, will hold a 50-year reunion on July 15 at the Smithtown Landing Country Club. Full dinner, DJ, open bar and valet parking. Cost is $100 per person. For information and to register, contact Danny Gaulier at tymefouryou@ aol.com or 904-716-6929 or Gary Frisina at garyfris@aol.com or 631-209-0669.

An Evening with Alan Zweibel

* All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

Compassion & Choices presents a film screening and discussion of "How to Die in Oregon" on March 30 at 4 p.m. in the Stony Brook University Hospital’s Health Sciences Center, Level 3, Lecture Hall 5, 101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook followed by a discussion panel for New York’s Medical Aid in Dying Act. All are welcome, light refreshments will be served.

To RSVP or for more information, email NY@ CompassionAndChoices.org or call 444-8029.

‘The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia?’

Book signing

Join the Cinema Arts Centre, located at 423 Park Ave. in Huntington, for a hilarious prePassover celebration with legendary comedy icon and original SNL writer Alan Zweibel at 7:30 p.m. Zweibel will perform his new Haggadah parody, For This We Left Egypt? A Jewishthemed book signing reception and music by “isle of Klezbos” will follow. Tickets are $52, $42 members. To order, call 423-7610.

'How to Die in Oregon’

THE ART OF MANIPULATION Above, Kate Keating and Antoine Jones in a scene from 'The Kitchen Fairy,' one of seven shows in Theatre Three's 20th annual Festival of One-Act Plays that runs through April 1. Photo by Peter Lanscombe, Theatre Three Productions Inc.

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KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS

BNL’s Wang conducts ‘pioneering’ battery studies

By Daniel Dunaief The first time is most definitely not the charm. That’s what Jun Wang and her colleagues at Brookhaven National Laboratory discovered about sodium ion batteries.

Wang, a physicist and lead scientist at the facility, looked deep into the inner workings of a sodium ion battery to determine what causes structural defects as the battery functions.

As it turns out, the first time a sodium ion battery charges and discharges, it develops changes in the microstructure and chemical composition of iron sulfide.

These changes, which degrade the performance of the battery, are irreversible during the first charging cycle.

“We found that the cracks happened during the first cycle, then, after that, the structure kind of reached equilibrium,” said Wang, who published her research in the journal Advanced Energy Materials. “All these changes happen during the first cycle.”

Sodium ion batteries are considered an alternative to lithium ion batteries, which are typically found in most consumer electronics. Like lithium, sodium is an alkali metal, which means that it is in the same group in the periodic table. Sodium, however, is more abundant and, as a result, considerably less expensive than lithium.

Using a synchrotron-based hard X-ray full-field microscope, Wang was able to see what happened when sodium ions moved into and out of an iron sulfide electrode through 10 cycles.

“We can see this microstructure evolution,” she said.

Wang monitored the evolution as a function of time while the battery is charging and discharging. The results are the first time anyone has studied a sodium-metal sulfide battery with these tools, which provides information that isn’t available through other methods.

“It is challenging to prepare a working sodium ion battery for the in operandi/in situ TXM study to correlate the microstructural evolution with its electrochemical performance,” she said.

Other researchers suggested that Wang has developed a following in the scientific community for her ground-breaking research. “She has a very good reputation in the area of X-ray nanotomography, applied to a wide range of different materials,” Scott Barnett, a professor of materials science and engineering at Northwestern University, explained in an email.

Wang’s work on capacity loss ‘could certainly lead to new breakthroughs in improved batteries.’

— Scott Barnett

Horoscopes for the first week of April ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20

Aries, take your time on a particular project that requires more than just a cursory glance. Enlist the help of a partner or co-worker if you need assistance.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21

Taurus, if your patience is in short supply, hunker down and try to ride out the week. You can make it through if you keep your eyes on the prize.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21

Gemini, romantic gestures may need to be put on hold until you can devote enough time to treating that special someone in the right fashion. This will give you more time for planning.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22

Cancer, pretty soon your schedule could be upended and you will have to find new coping mechanisms. It might be a struggle in the beginning, but soon you will bounce back.

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Jun Wang in her laboratory

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“I am most familiar with her work on fuel cell and battery electrodes — I think it is fair to say that this work has been some of the best pioneering research in this area,” he said.

Barnett, who started collaborating with Wang in 2010 on measuring fuel cell and battery electrodes with X-ray tomography, suggested that Wang’s work on capacity loss “could certainly lead to new breakthroughs in improved batteries.”

In her most recent work with sodium ion batteries, Wang found that the defects start at the surface of the iron sulfide particles and move inward toward the core, Wang said. The microstructure changes during the first cycle and is more severe during sodiation. The particles don’t return to their original volume and shape. After the first cycle, the particles reach a structural equilibrium with no further significant morphological changes, she said.

In other cycles, the material does not show further significant morphological changes, reach a structural equilibrium and electrochemical reversibility. Wang

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3 and her colleagues confirmed these observations with X-ray nanotomography, which creates a three-dimensional image of the battery material while recording the change in volume.

Wang suggested that a way to reduce these structural defects could be to reduce the size of the iron sulfide particles to create a one-phase reaction. She will work with other collaborators on modeling and simulations that will enhance the design of future battery materials.

In addition to conducting research on batteries, Wang is an industrial program coordinator in the Photon Science Directorate at BNL. She works with industrial researchers and beamline staff to find and explore new opportunities in industrial applications using synchrotron radiation. She leads the industrial research program, interacting with user groups through consultation, collaboration and outreach.

To manage her research, which includes a lab of three other researchers, and to accomplish her mission as manager of an industrial research

program, Wang jokes that she “spends 100 percent of her time” with each responsibility.

“I try to do my best for the different things” she needs to do with her time, she said.

A native of Wuhu, China, Wang earned her bachelor’s degree in physics from Anhui University in China and her doctorate in physics from the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing.

She worked at the Beijing Synchrotron Radiation Facility, which was the first synchrotron light source in China. During her doctoral training, she studied multilayer films using X-ray diffraction and scattering.

A resident of Poquott, Wang is married to Qun Shen, who is the deputy director for science at the NSLS-II. The couple has an 11-year-old son, Sam, who is a sixth-grade student at Setauket Elementary School. Shen and Wang met at an international X-ray crystallography conference in the early 1990s.

Shen trained in the United States after he graduated from Beijing University in 1980, when he went to Purdue University for his doctorate through the China-US Physica Examination and Application Program.

The couple have worked together a few times over the years, including publishing a paper in Nature Communications. Wang is hoping that her work with battery research will lead to improvements in the manufacture and design of sodium ion batteries.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23

Take a few moments to unwind when you can, Leo. It has been a busy time for you and you need to seek respite whenever you can — even if it’s only for a few minutes.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Think ahead to later in the week, Virgo.

Do you have important plans? Try not to burn the candle at both ends now so you can have more energy down the road.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23

Libra, you may be called upon to take a leadership role or start making more of the tough decisions in a relationship. You have to contribute as much as possible.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22

Scorpio, even if you cannot see the finish line just yet, realize it is just over the horizon. Your hard work will be well worth the effort.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, when someone calls upon you for assistance, jump as quickly as you can. Others know they can count on you to be supportive and quick to support.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20

A situation at home that has been on your mind finally resolves itself, Capricorn. You can breathe a little easier knowing there is one less challenge you have to face.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18

Aquarius, with others continually counting on you for answers, you may be hesitant to ask some questions of your own. But speak up, especially if you feel overwhelmed in any way.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Creativity takes center stage for you this week, Pisces. You may put a clever spin on decorating or finally dabble in a new hobby.

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BOOK REVIEW

‘Between Stony Brook Harbor Tides’

By R. Lawrence Swanson and Malcolm J. Bowman

Environment Reviewed by Beverly C. Tyler

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“Between Stony Brook Harbor Tides: The Natural History of a Long Island Pocket Bay” by R. Lawrence Swanson and Malcolm J. Bowman is a recently published book (Nov. 2016) that should be in every school library on Long Island. In addition, for those interested in the history, current conditions and future of our wetlands and waterways, this book is an essential read.

Specifically a book about the Stony Brook Harbor area, it takes a much wider view when considering the factors that have had and continue to have an influence on the harbor. Admirably this is a book that takes a very even-handed approach to the environmental and societal pressures that have contributed to the present state of the harbor and its future.

In Chapter 1, “Shaping the Harbor,” the description of the formation of the hills and valleys of our Three Village area with “unsorted debris” left by the glacier is complemented by poetic and descriptive quotes from Setauket resident Benjamin Franklin Thompson who published the first history of Long Island and William Sidney Mount who wrote in his diary about the search for pigments in the banks and steep hills along the shore with his brother, Alonzo Shepard.

Chapter 2, “Physical Oceanography,” is the most technical chapter in the book, filled with tables and charts that detail the events and changes that have occurred in Stony Brook Harbor, as well as projections on the future of the harbor. Looking at the table on page 19, it is evident that the mean low water at the Stony Brook Yacht Club occurs approximately one hour after low water at the entrance buoy in Smithtown Bay. This is also the case for mean high water, an important consideration for boaters entering the channel to go to either the Stony Brook Yacht Club or the Smithtown Boat Basin.

These details are wonderfully enriched by interesting comments, “Boaters are perhaps frustrated by the seemingly excessive period of low stages of tide, while recreational clammers can relish the extensive period over which they can gather their harvest.” The rest of the chapter details currents, storm surges and more, all of it highlighted with salient comments including that sea levels, having risen one foot since 1886, will rise even faster this century and, “the wetlands will very likely shrink considerably.”

Chapter 3, “The Living Harbor,” begins “The splendor of the harbor is largely identified with its living marine plants and animals.” It goes on to describe the huge variety of plants and animals that inhabit the area. In many cases the same is true for

all the pocket bays in our area including Mount Sinai and Setauket.

Chapter 4, “Human Impacts on the Harbor,” factually describes the effect that humans and large numbers of water fowl have had on the harbor, especially in relation to pollution and contamination.

The even-handed approach is evident in Chapter 5, titled “Scars upon the Landscape,” which details that “the physical process of dredging destroys shellfish beds...,” but goes on to say that, “dredged material, if toxicant-free and managed properly, can be a valuable resource when used for such purposes as beach nourishment.”

Chapters 6 and 7, “Governance” and “The Harbor’s Future,” tells the story of how the harbor was used and controlled and then paints a picture of what its future can and should be.

With their life’s works, Larry Swanson and Malcolm Bowman have made significant and substantial contributions to our knowledge and understanding of the natural environment. Their research and instruction at Stony Brook University provides students and residents alike with a more concrete knowledge of the effect that we have on our environment as individuals and as a society. Their contributions to our environmental knowledge are also crucial to Long Island’s future.

The book is available online at www. sunypress.edu and www.amazon.com.

Author Beverly C. Tyler is the Three Village Historical Society historian and pens a biweekly History Close at Hand column in the Village Times Herald.

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open mike

America needs a Cold War ... no, not that kind

Stop Suffering And Start Feeling Great!

You deserve to get your life back!

How to defeat ISIS, save the economy and reunite the country

By Michael Tessler Historically speaking, the United States economy tends to thrive in wartime. Americans become patriotic when faced with a great foreign menace. In times of crisis, we tend to buy American products. Our starspangled workforce works harder and innovates quicker. Our domestic political disagreements seem smaller when we tackle something larger than ourselves. In these moments of dire necessity, we find common purpose. Under that pretense our nation was founded and through the centuries has propelled it to unparalleled success.

Thankfully, we do not need another world war to accomplish this spirit of unity. This may all feel impossible as the gap between our political factions has never felt wider. On every issue it seems partisanship dictates idleness and/or delinquency. So how do we bridge that gap? How do we break the ice? Well the answer is simple — by protecting it.

Climate change is the key to a new era of American greatness. Now, even if you don’t believe in climate change, hear me out. Before we can proceed, please remove the term “climate change” from your mind as some abstract scientific concept. Let’s personalize it, treat it in the same fashion we’d treat any great and terrible foreign power or dictator. It helps to imagine it with an evil little mustache. Envisioning it now? Good.

This Blue Scare (yes, as in excess water) threatens our homes, our livelihoods and our way of life. If we lose this literal “Cold” War, our cities and towns could be decimated not by atomic fire but by superstorms, erosion, dust bowls and flooding.

Each day we wait, the Blue Menace grows stronger, melting glaciers and capturing our territory, inch by inch.

Let us form an iron curtain around the ozone layer, protect it from further damage and economically punish those who aide in its destruction. We must establish a great coalition of all civilized nations to combat this threat in an act of global unity, all the while strengthening and cementing our role as an international leader.

This Blue Menace has allied itself with our nation’s greatest physical enemy, ISIS. Their terrorist organization wants nothing more than for us to continue to ignore this mighty faceless foe. According to the United States Treasury and Dubai-based energy analysts, ISIS receives nearly $1 to $3 million a day selling oil. Meanwhile, the United States continues to be the global

leader in daily oil consumption accounting for 20 percent of all global use each and every day.

By ending our addiction to oil, we could decimate the so-called Islamic Caliphate without dropping a single bomb.

Without the money from that precious resource, they would be unable to remain an effective fighting force. Our nation would no longer have to maintain alliances with false friends, who have used their swaths of oil as leverage over our current state of dependence.

Meanwhile, we can commit that all investments in green energy jobs must be American. We can hire every single unemployed American to help build a modern and green infrastructure.

We will see the greatest investment in public works since President Eisenhower built the interstate highway system. We will create a new generation of energy-producing highways (yes, that’s an actual thing), new energy fueling stations, bullet trains, green appliances and the vehicles of tomorrow.

Industry will boom and the workforce will grow as we upgrade and innovate many existing products and power plants. Regardless of how one views climate change, the economic possibility is real and should not be ignored.

One of the biggest concerns I’ve heard is how will communities that produce outdated energy sources be impacted?

Though the merits of “clean coal” can be debated, it is simply not a renewable resource. Our economy cannot survive or remain competitive in the 21st century using finite resources.

We cannot and will not abandon those who live in coal and oil country either. We will continue to ensure that their communities thrive by transforming them into clean energy economic hubs, providing not just new jobs, but training and tax subsidies to aide in their transition. Their concerns are genuine and have a right to be heard.

As long as the United States can be fundamentally held hostage by oil, we are atrisk. We owe it to all those who have sacrificed, to our children, born and unborn, to the ideals of America itself, to create a country that relies solely on the ingenuity of its people rather than foreign pipelines and the fuel of a bygone century.

So let’s defeat ISIS, let’s grow the economy, let’s reunite our country, let’s do something bold — we have landed a man on the moon, and with that same American tenacity, we can harness the power of the sun.

As long as the U.S. can be fundamentally held hostage by oil, we are at risk.

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Use paint to make an elegant statement this spring P ainting is one of the easiest and least expensive ways to transform the look of a space. Paint colors can dramatically change the mood and the design of a home.

And depending on a homeowner’s goals, paint can make a statement or blend into the background as well as demonstrate trendiness or originality. In order to understand which paint is best for a home, it’s important to understand which paints are most popular.

According to Michael Cespites, a manager for Brinkmanns and a Benjamin Moore paint expert of over 30 years, the popular colors have been “gray, gray, gray” for quite some time now. From furniture to walls, new homes to remodels, cool grays have dominated home design palettes for the last five years. “The most popular gray tones right now are midtones and that goes for both interior and exterior paints,” Cespites says. ”The grays are popular because they can work with almost any color palette.”

Fresh neutrals can bring warm and cool tones together to create versatile color with timeless appeal. One of the most notable trends of the year is the transition of neutrals from monochrome gray to warmer hues, including complex taupe, beige, khaki and brown colors. These warmer tones create an inviting feeling, and while grays will continue to be popular, look for hybrid hues that blend the best of gray with warmer undertones for colors that are unique yet familiar.

But what if you don’t want to follow this trend? If you’re looking to make a

Gray paint shades work with almost any color palette. statement with your paint, you can use bold colors to make spaces stand out. But choosing a paint color can be challenging.

Homeowners looking to update walls and complement decor may want to look at some of the more impactful colors that the Pantone Color Institute indicates will be popular for the 2017 season. Primrose Yellow, Lapis Blue, Flame, Pink Yarrow and Greenery are some of the more eye-catching selections. Once colors are selected, consider these guidelines for using bolder colors in room designs:

• Decide how big an impact you want to make. Are you looking for color overload or just a small focal point of vivid color? Remember, using bold color doesn’t mean every wall must be lathered in that hue. Instead, select one wall to serve as an accent point and use that spot as your bold color display. Otherwise, rely on bold colors to dress up otherwise mundane areas, such as the back wall of a cupboard or moldings and trim.

• Try bold in a small space. Many people are surprised at how well bold colors work in small spaces. Powder rooms can be an ideal

spot to experiment with paint colors. Try deep colors that can make the area seem intimate and even exotic. Dark, bold hues can be toned down by different accents, such as neutral-colored fixtures and towels.

• Go bold in the kitchen. Incorporate a splash of color in the kitchen without going overboard. Try an appliance or design fixture in a bright shade. Or paint the inside of the cabinets in your favorite color and install glass inserts in the cabinet doors so that everyone gets a peek of the color beyond. A neutral kitchen also can be brightened up with the use of silverware, dishes, pots and pans and other kitchen items featured in bold hues.

• Stick to boldness on interchangeable items. Those who like to experiment with color may find that they like to switch out the colors now and again. Instead of having to repaint every few months, use decorative items in bright shades to make swapping out color that much easier. For example, replace area rugs, throw pillows and draperies. Paint over terra cotta flower pots when the mood strikes.

• Establish balance. Rely on neutral furniture, rugs, moldings and baseboards if you decide to take bold colors up a notch. This will help create a sense of balance in the room.

Painting is a fun way to experiment with color. Many homeowners are not hesitant to use bold shades of color when they learn the right techniques. And because paint is an inexpensive option for making over a room, homeowners who find they do not like a particular color can easily paint over it with a new color.

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y the current working definition, a Smart Home will incorporate one or more technologies from the following market segments: ▶ Home Automation ▶ Security ▶ Energy Management ▶ Home Entertainment ▶ Ambient Assisted Living (AAL) Approximately 37 percent of homes in the region are already equipped with a central control unit or gateway that is then connected to one or more networked (RS485, http, Z-wave, Zigby or other mesh network) devices.

This technology can be fitted into nearly any house, condo or apartment. My home was built in 1895 but has nearly everything controllable from my Iphone. The Alarm.com solution that we recommend and install has virtually eliminated the expensive structured cabling required for a traditional Smart Home.

Situational awareness of the home is what most customers express an initial interest. To know what time the kids get home and the ability to see them walking in the door from their smartphones. To know if the babysitter is opening the front door while parents are out to dinner.

Was it a pizza delivery or the boyfriend with a pizza?

Since the modern system architecture is so flexible, homeowners often start adding popular features to the home such as exterior security camConvenience eras, HVAC control, electronic door locks (no keys required), lighting is a strong control, emergency water shut off motivator in valves and geofencing.

Convenience is another strong seeking and motivator in seeking and purchaspurchasing ing “Smart Home technology.” The ability to turn the lights on before ‘Smart Home you get out of the car can add a technology.’ sense of safety or having the thermostats automatically adjust when the homeowner’s phone travels a predetermined distance away from the house can help with the family’s energy budget.

I was speaking with a customer recently who was telling me how he had not had a decent night’s sleep in weeks. When I asked why he said it was because his 5-year-old son kept waking him up every night to walk him to the bathroom. The next day we installed a door contact on the son’s bedroom door and a system-integrated light switch in the bathroom. We programmed the system so that (only between the hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.) when the boy’s door was opened, the bathroom light would turn on at 60 percent brightness for 20 minutes and then turn off. Problem solved.

Alarm.com is currently working on an automatic drone deployment in response to alarm signals generated by the home. This would dispatch a video-linked drone to the location of the sensor initiating an alarm signal.

This will provide verification of an alarm signal as well as recording of valuable evidence if needed by authorities.

Future Smart Home features will likely include a meshed network of sensors in the kitchen, reading embedded RFID tags on the products we use every day.

The refrigerator will know when a container of milk is brought home and placed inside it. When the container is put in the trash, a sensor there will then add milk to the shopping list that can be viewed on the refrigerators LED screen and sent to your smartphone.

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hen the time comes to choose flooring for their homes, homeowners may be overwhelmed by the vast array of options at their disposal. The choice between carpet and hardwood flooring, laminate or tile is a matter of personal preference. People have long extolled the virtues of hardwood flooring, but carpeting can be just as stylish and provides a host of other benefits as well.

Carpeting insulates rooms in the summer and winter, adding that extra level of protection against the elements. It also absorbs sound in a home. Many appreciate the warmth and cozy feeling of carpet, especially when stepping out of bed. Carpeting also can increase the level of safety at home. According to the Carpet and Rug Institute, carpeting makes areas of play safer and may also reduce the severity of an injury in the event of a fall.

Today, there are many different types of carpeting available. Selecting the right carpeting for a room comes down to identifying the level of traffic in a particular room, the attributes homeowners would like the carpet to have and any other needs that fit with their lifestyles. The following guidelines can make carpet shopping a bit easier.

Types of carpeting There are many different types of carpeting, some of which are best suited to certain situations. For example, plush and saxony carpets are better in low-traffic areas.

may be able to go with a thinner pad in low-traffic rooms and beneath dense carpeting like Berber. In high-traffic rooms, choose a thicker, more durable padding.

Installation Select a reliable carpet retailer and installer for your home. Competent installers will lay the carpeting in the correct manner so that it will look beautiful and maintain its durability for the life of the product. Shop around to find the right installer or even do the work yourself if you feel capable.

Color

A Berber carpet helps mask stains and tracks.

These carpets may show footprints and also vacuum tracks and dirt, but they’re higher on the comfort spectrum than other types of carpet. Berber, which is more flat and dense, helps mask stains and tracks. It is durable in high-traffic areas. Textured carpets like frieze are cut from fibers of different heights, so they mask stains and are also softer on the feet than Berber.

Padding Padding can impact the way carpeting feels and how long it lasts. It isn’t always necessary to purchase the most expensive or thickest padding. However, it is wise to pick a pad that matches the type of carpeting you’re selecting and one that aligns with how you plan to use the room. You

When choosing a color for your carpet, it may be hard to pin down which color best expresses your vision. Current trends can be a big help if you’re stuck.

According to Peter Capobianco of Cappy’s Carpets in Port Jefferson, “blue and gray have been really popular and now I understand they’re going to be transitioning more into greens for 2018.” While these colors stand out in current carpet trends, you should decide which color speaks to you as an individual.

Options for carpeting may seem vast, but the knowledge above can provide you with a basic understanding of what you’re looking for. Just by taking these points into consideration, you’re already on your way to buying the carpet that works best for you.

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s a reflection of the ever-changing American lifestyle, kitchens have evolved over the past 100 years from a space that was once viewed as a utilitarian workroom in the back of the house to become the centerpiece of the home. While trends come and go, history has made its mark on kitchen design.

Transitional-style kitchens are now the most popular, as evident in research such as the recent Design Trends Survey conducted by the National Kitchen & Bath Association. Today’s designers and homeowners are incorporating elements of past, present and future to create designs that are timeless, yet personalized to their needs.

To create the timeless kitchen of your dreams, consider these staple design elements from the most significant decades in kitchen evolution.

1920s and ’30s: In the early part of the 20th century, the luxury marble look began to emerge in the American kitchen, usually appearing in smaller spaces like the pantry. With marble once again making a comeback in today’s designs, incorporating the look for a pantry or island will take any kitchen from drab to fab, without the investment of a full marble makeover. To get the same look of marble in a nonporous product, look to engineered materials, which are as durable as they are low maintenance.

1950s: Fast forward to the 1950s, which was the start of a new era — kitchens were getting fancier, with homeowners focusing more on design, rather than simple functionality. During this decade, everything from kitchen appliances to wallpaper was bursting with color. Take a cue from the 1950s color trend by starting small. If you are not ready to

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1960s: The 1960s forever changed the modern kitchen by introducing the kitchen triangle — a model used to determine efficient kitchen layout. If you are in the process of renovating your kitchen, make sure to ask your designer about the kitchen triangle to best maximize the space.

1970s: Contrary to the bold colors of the previous decades, the 1970s welcomed muted earth tones to the kitchen, particularly browns and avocado greens, for a calm, grounding space. Give a nod to the ’70s — without the bell-bottoms — by updating countertops with a tobacco brown tone with white and golden veins etched throughout the slab.

1980s: Oak cabinets and polished brass were all the rage during the 1980s. Brass accents are making their way back into the heart of the home once again. To get the look with a hint of retro ’80s glam, update worn nobs and faucets with understated brass.

1990s: Watch any home improvement show, and more than likely the prospective buyer will have a kitchen island on their “must-have” list. We have the ’90s to thank for that, when kitchen islands grew in popularity, allowing the host to mingle with guests while preparing the meal. When planning for a renovation, find space for an island or a peninsula for extra seating, storage space or to create a focal point.

2000s: The 21st century ushered in stainless steel appliances and granite countertops as the epitome of the modern kitchen. While the look of stainless is not going away anytime soon, newer alternatives to granite countertops, like sintered compact surfacing, are gaining ground.

The goal for today’s kitchen is form and function, with sleek, orderly and multipurpose living spaces. By borrowing select trends from previous decades that speak to your personality and needs, you can be rest assured you will have a timeless kitchen for years to come.

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pring is a festive time of year. If you’re the type of person that likes to have guests, it may be time for you to consider improving the lighting in your home. It may be exactly what you need to make your home the popular party choice for friends and family. While good food and good people are essential for a successful get-together, the ambiance is what sets the stage.

Hosts typically emphasize music, seating and food as they prepare their homes for their guests. But lighting also merits significant consideration when planning a party. It can be easy to overlook lighting and its importance for an event.

Lighting plays an essential role in setting the mood, and its visual clues will alert guests as to the scope of the event.

A room filled with bright light indicates a lively and festive party, while subdued lighting may foretell an intimate, quiet affair. It’s a good idea to have several sources of light so that you can adjust lighting as the party changes throughout the night.

Distribute lighting evenly so that it is soft and ambient, and use dimmers so guests can adjust lighting if they need to.

Turn up the lighting slightly during the meal so that guests can see what they’re eating, and turn lights down when guests are mingling. Candles can be used as accent lighting, but avoid using them as a primary lighting source. Stick to unscented candles so guests are not irritated by any scents they may find unpleasant.

While it’s important to know how to set up lighting, it’s also crucial to know what type of lights to use. According to Cheryl Calcara of REVCO Lighting and Electrical Supply in Miller Place, “two tone metals on fixtures are hot this year.

I think it makes the lighting fixture more versatile with the different décor styles.

The vintage and restoration trend is also carrying over from last year.”

In reference to the upcoming year, Calcara said “[we] will see more organic woods on lighting fixtures, as well as the distressed look to compliment a lot of the reclaimed furniture that is all the rave. The vintage bulbs, in their many shapes and sizes make this look complete when showcased in open metal frames, clear glass shades or wire mesh designs.”

Whether you’re a frequent host, or just a homeowner looking to let a little light in, the options are plentiful.

While setting the perfect scene for a party, you can show off your trendy vintage light bulbs. Or, take the road less traveled and discover a new look for your home. Either way, lighting should definitely be a topic of discussion for any spring renovations you have Vintage-style chandeliers are hot items this year. planned. While it’s great to have the Images courtesy of REVCO perfect wall paint, or the trendiest carpet, lighting is what brings the aesthetic together.

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1858: Hyman L. Lipman of Philadelphia gets patent on the eraser pencil.

1909: The Queensboro Bridge in New York opens linking Manhattan and Queens. It is the first double-decker bridge.

1939: The comic book “Detective Comics #27” appears on newsstands. This comic introduces Batman.

1964: “Jeopardy” debuts on NBC-TV.

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1885: Binney & Smith Company is founded in New York City. The company later becomes Crayola, LLC. 1889: The Eiffel Tower opens in Paris.

1940: La Guardia airport in New York officially opens to the public.

2004: Google Inc. announces that it will be introducing a free email service called Gmail.

APRIL 1

1778: Oliver Pollock, a New Orleans businessman, creates the “$” symbol.

1889: The first dishwashing machine is marketed (in Chicago).

1891: The William Wrigley Jr. Company is founded in Chicago. The company is best known for its Juicy Fruit gum.

APRIL 2

1877: The first Egg Roll is held on the grounds of the White House.

1889: Charles Hall patents aluminum.

1956: “The Edge of Night” and “As the World Turns” debut on CBS-TV. 1978: The first episode of “Dallas” airs on CBS.

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APRIL 3

1936: Richard Bruno Hauptmann is executed for the kidnapping and death of the son of Charles and Anne Lindbergh.

1949: Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis debut on radio on the “Martin and Lewis Show.” The program airs on NBC until 1952.

1996: Unabomber suspect Theodore Kaczynski is arrested. He pleads guilty in January 1998 to five Unabomber attacks in exchange for a life sentence without chance for parole.

APRIL 4

1841: U.S. President William Henry Harrison, at the age of 68, becomes the first president to die in office. Cause of death is pneumonia.

1968: Martin Luther King Jr. is assassinated at the age of 39.

1973: In New York, the original World Trade Center twin towers open. At the time they are the tallest building in the world.

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1614: American Indian Pocahontas marries English colonist John Rolfe in Virginia.

1887: Anne Sullivan teaches Helen Keller the meaning of the word “water” as spelled out in the manual alphabet.

1930: Mahatma Ghandi defies British law by making salt in India.

1951: Americans Julius and Ethel Rosenberg are sentenced to death for committing espionage for the Soviet Union.

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Religious ASSEMBLIES OF GOD

STONY BROOK CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Connecting to God, Each Other and the World

400 Nicolls Road, E. Setauket (631) 689–1127 • Fax (631) 689–1215

www.stonybrookchristian.com Pastor Troy Reid Weekly Schedule Sunday Worship w/nursery 10 am Kidmo Children’s Church • Ignited Youth Fellowship and Food Always to Follow Tuesday Evening Prayer: 7 pm Thursday Morning Bible Study w/Coffee & Bagels: 10 am Friday Night Experience “FNX” for Pre K-Middle School: 6:30 pm Ignite Youth Ministry: 7:30 pm Check out our website for other events and times

BYZANTINE CATHOLIC RESURRECTION BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH

38 Mayflower Avenue, Smithtown NY 11787 631–759–6083 resurrectionsmithtown@gmail.com www.resurrectionsmithtown.org Father Tyler A. Strand, Administrator, Joseph S. Durko, Cantor Divine Liturgy: Sundays at 11:15 am Holy Days: See website or phone for information Sunday School Sundays at 9:15 am Adult Faith Formation/Bible Study: Mondays at 7:00 pm.

PrayerAnon Prayer Group for substance addictions, Wednesdays at 7 pm A Catholic Church of the Eastern Rite under the Eparchy of Passaic.

CATHOLIC CHURCH OF ST. GERARD MAJELLA 300 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station (631) 473–2900 • Fax (631) 473–0015

www.stgmajella.org All are Welcome to Begin Again. Come Pray With Us. Rev. Jerry DiSpigno, Pastor Office of Christian Formation • 928–2550 We celebrate Eucharist Saturday evening 5 pm, Sunday 7:30, 9 and 11 am Weekday Mass Monday–Friday 9 am We celebrate Baptism Third weekend of each month during any of our weekend Masses We celebrate Marriage Arrangements can be made at the church with our Pastor or Deacon We celebrate Reconciliation Confession is celebrated on Saturdays from 4–5 pm We celebrate You! Visit Our Thrift Shop Mon. – Fri. 10 am–4 pm + Sat. 10 am–2 pm

INFANT JESUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 110 Myrtle Ave., Port Jefferson, NY 11777 (631) 473-0165 • Fax (631) 331-8094

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www.www.infantjesus.org Reverend Patrick M. Riegger, Pastor Associates: Rev. Francis Lasrado & Rev. Rolando Ticllasuca To schedule Baptisms and Weddings, Please call the Rectory Confessions: Saturdays 12:30-1:15 pm in the Lower Church Religious Ed.: (631) 928-0447 • Parish Outreach: (631) 331-6145 Weekly Masses: 6:50 and 9 am in the Church, 12 pm in the Chapel* Weekend Masses: Saturday at 5 pm in the Church, 5:15 pm in the Chapel* Sunday at 7:30 am, 10:30 am, 12 pm, and 5 pm in the Church and at 8:30 am, 10 am, and 11:30 am (Family Mass) in the Chapel* Spanish Masses: Sunday at 8:45 am and Wednesday at 6 pm in the Church *Held at the Infant Jesus Chapel at St. Charles Hospital Religious Education: (631) 928-0447 Parish Outreach: (631) 331-6145

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ST. JAMES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH 429 Rt. 25A, Setauket, NY 11733 Phone/Fax: (631) 941–4141 Parish Office email: parish@stjamessetauket.org Office Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 am - 2 pm

Mission Statement: Beloved daughters and sons of the Catholic parish of St. James, formed as the Body of Christ through the waters of Baptism, are a pilgrim community on Camiño-toward the fullness of the Kingdom of God, guided by the Holy Spirit. Our response to Jesus’ invitation to be faithful and fruitful disciples requires us to be nurtured by the Eucharist and formed by the Gospel’s call to be a Good Samaritan to neighbor and enemy. That in Jesus’ name we may be a welcoming community respectful of life in all its diversities and beauty; stewards of and for God’s creation; and witnesses to Faith, Hope and Charity.

Rev. James-Patrick Mannion, Pastor Rev. Gerald Cestare, Associate Pastor Rev. Jon Fitzgerald, In Residence Weekday Masses: Monday – Saturday 8:00 am Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil 5:00 pm Sunday 8:00am, 9:30 am (family), 11:30 am (choir), 6:00 pm (Youth) Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Baptisms: Contact the Office at the end of the third month (pregnancy) to set date Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:00 – 4:45 pm or by appointment Anointing Of The Sick: by request Holy Matrimony: contact the office at least 9 months before desired date Bereavement: (631) 941-4141 x 341 Faith Formation Office: (631) 941-4141 x 328 Outreach: (631) 941-4141 x 333 Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School: (631) 941-473-1211 Our Daily Bread Sunday Soup Kitchen 3 pm

CONGREGATIONAL MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai • (631) 473–1582 www.mtsinaichurchli.org

“No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here” Worship hour is 8:30 am and 10 am Sunday School and Childcare offered at 10:00 am open to all children (infants to 8th grade).

The last Sunday of every month is our Welcome Sunday Service.

This service has been intentionally designed to include persons of differing abilities from local group homes.

We are an Open and Affirming Congregation.

EPISCOPAL

ALL SOULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH “Our little historic church on the hill” across from the Stony Brook Duck Pond

Main Street, Stony Brook • (631) 751–0034

www.allsouls–stonybrook.org • allsoulsepiscopalchurch@verizon.net Please come and welcome our new Priest: The Rev. Farrell D. Graves, Ph.D., Vicar Sunday Holy Eucharist: 8 and 9:30 am Religious instruction for children follows the 9:30 am Service This is a small eclectic Episcopal congregation that has a personal touch. We welcome all regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey. Walk with us.

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CAROLINE CHURCH OF BROOKHAVEN The Rev. Cn. Dr. Richard D. Visconti, Rector

1 Dyke Road on the Village Green, Setauket Web site: www.carolinechurch.net Parish Office email: office@carolinechurch.net (631) 941–4245

Sunday Services: 8 am, 9:30 am and 11:15 am Church School/Child Care at 9:30 am Church School classes now forming. Call 631-941-4245 for registration.

Weekday holy Eucharist’s: Thursday 12 pm and First Friday of the month 7:30 pm (rotating: call Parish Office for location) Youth, Music and Service Programs offered.

Let God walk with you as part of our family–friendly community.

CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 127 Barnum Ave., Port Jefferson (631) 473–0273 email: ccoffice@christchurchportjeff.org www.christchurchportjeff.org

Father Anthony DiLorenzo: Priest–In–Charge Sunday Services 8 am & 10 am Sunday Eucharist: 8 am and 10 am/Wednesday 10 in our chapel Sunday School and Nursery Registration for Sunday School starting Sunday after the 10 am Eucharist Our ministries: Welcome Inn on Mondays at 5:45 pm AA meetings on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 pm/Prayer Group on Wednesdays at 10:30 am/Bible Study on Thursdays at 10 am.

It is the mission of the people of Christ Church to grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and to make his love known to all through our lives and ministry.

We at Christ Church are a joyful, welcoming community. Wherever you are in your journey of life we want to be part of it.

EVANGELICAL THREE VILLAGE CHURCH Knowing Christ...Making Him Known

322 Route 25A, East Setauket • (631) 941–3670 www.3vc.org

Lead Pastor Josh Moody Sunday Worship Schedule 9:15 am:Worship Service Sunday School (Pre–K – Adult), Nursery 10:30 am: Bagel/Coffee Fellowship 11:00 am: Worship, Nursery, Pre–K, Cornerstone Kids (Gr. K–4) We offer weekly Teen Programs, Small Groups, Women’s Bible Studies (day & evening) & Men’s Bible Study Faith Nursery School for ages 3 & 4 Join us as we celebrate 55 years of proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ!

GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH OF THE ASSUMPTION

430 Sheep Pasture Rd., Port Jefferson 11777 Tel: 631-473-0894 • Fax: 631-928-5131 www.kimisis.org • goc.assumption@gmail.com

Rev. Demetrios N. Calogredes, Protopresbyter Sunday Services Orthros 8:30 am - Devine Liturgy 10 am Services conducted in both Greek & English* Books available to follow in English* Sunday Catechism School, 10:15 am - 11:15 am* Greek Language School, Tuesdays 5 pm - 8 pm* Bible Study & Adult Catechism Classes Available* Golden Age & Youth Groups* Thrift Store* Banquet Hall available for Rental* For information please call Church office*

To be listed in the Religious Directory, please call 631–751–7663

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Religious JEWISH

CHABAD AT STONY BROOK

“Judaism with a smile” Future site: East side of Nicolls Rd, North of Rte 347 –Next to Fire Dept.

Current location: 821 Hawkins Ave., Lake Grove

(631) 585–0521 • (800) My–Torah • www.ChabadSB.com Rabbi Chaim & Rivkie Grossbaum Rabbi Motti & Chaya Grossbaum Rabbi Sholom B. & Chanie Cohen Membership Free •Weekday, Shabbat & Holiday Services Highly acclaimed Torah Tots Preschool • Afternoon Hebrew School Camp Gan Israel • Judaica Publishing Department • Lectures and Seminars • Living Legacy Holiday Programs Jewish Learning Institute Friendship Circle for Special Needs Children • The CTeen Network N’shei Chabad Women’s Club • Cyberspace Library www.ChabadSB.com Chabad at Stony Brook University – Rabbi Adam & Esther Stein

YOUNG ISRAEL OF CORAM

Coram Jewish Center 981 Old Town Rd., Coram • (631) 698–3939 YIC.org-YoungIsraelofCoram@gmail.com

RABBI DR. MORDECAI AND MARILYN GOLSHEVSKY RABBI SAM AND REBECA GOLSHEVSKY

“THE ETERNAL FLAME-THE ETERNAL LIGHT” Weekly Channel #20 at 10 am Shabbat Morning Services 9 am. Free Membership. No building fund. Free Hebrew School. Bar/Bat Mitzvah Shabbat and Holiday Services followed by hot buffet. Adult Education Institute. Women’s Education Group-Internationally prominent Lecturers and Women’s Torah Class. Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah. Kaballah Classes. Jewish Holiday Institute. Tutorials for all ages.

Put Meaning in Your Life 631-698-3939 Member, National Council of Young Israel All welcome regardless of knowledge or observance level.

Community PASSOVER SEDER Mon April 10, Tues April 11, R.S.V.P.

NORTH SHORE JEWISH CENTER

385 Old Town Rd., Port Jefferson Station (631) 928–3737 www.NorthShoreJewishCenter.org Rabbi Aaron Benson

Cantor Daniel Kramer, Rabbi Emeritus Howard Hoffman Executive Director Marcie Platkin Services: Daily morning and evening minyan Friday at 8 pm; Saturday 8:45 am and one hour before sundown • Tot Shabbat Family Kehillah • Sisterhood • Men’s Club • Seniors Club • Youth Group Award–winning Religious School • Teen Community Service Program Nursery School • Mommy and Me • Preschool Summer Program Continuing Ed • Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Judaica Shop Thrift Shop • Kosher Catering Panel We warmly welcome you to our Jewish home. Come worship, study and enjoy being Jewish with our caring NSJC family.

Member United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism.

TEMPLE ISAIAH (REFORM)

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1404 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook • (631) 751–8518 www.tisbny.org A warm and caring intergenerational community dedicated to learning, prayer, social action, and friendship.

Member Union for Reform Judaism

Rabbi Sharon L. Sobel Cantor Carol Chesler Rabbi Emeritus Stephen A. Karol Rabbi Emeritus Adam D. Fisher Cantor Emeritus Michael F. Trachtenberg

Sabbath Services Friday 7:30 pm and Saturday 10 am Religious School • Monthly Family Service • Monthly Tot Shabbat Youth Groups • Senior Club • Adult Education Sisterhood • Brotherhood • Book Club-more

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HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH AND ANCHOR NURSERY SCHOOL

46 Dare Road, Selden (631) 732-2511 Emergency number (516) 848-5386 Rev. Dr. Richard O. Hill, Pastor email: hopelutheran@msn.com • website: www.hopeluth.com Holy Communion is celebrated every week Saturdays 5 pm and Sundays at 8 am, 9:30 am and 11 am Lenten Services Wednesdays 12:30 pm & 7:30 pm March 29 & April 5.

ST. PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH

309 Patchogue Road, Port Jefferson Station (631) 473–2236

Rev. Paul A. Downing, Pastor email: pastorpauldowning@yahoo.com • pastor’s cell: 347–423–3623 church website: wwwStPaulsLCPJS.org Services: Sundays-8:30 and 10:30 am-Holy Communion Bibles and Bagels 9:30 am Sunday School during 10:30 service Wednesday evening 7:30 pm-Holy Communion Friday Morning-Power of Prayer Hour 10:30 am Sunday, April 9 Palm Sunday-Sunday of the Passion-Procession with Palms and reading of the Passion during both services Mon-Wed, April 10-12 Special Lenten Services each evening at 7:30 pm Thursday, April 13-Maundy Thursday Communion Service 12 noon and 7:30 pm Friday, April 14-Good Friday-Adoration of the Cross 12 noon and 7:30 pm Saturday, April 15-The Great Vigil of Easter-7:30 pm Sunday, April 16-Feast of the Resurrection-Easter Day Communion Services 8:30 and 10:30 am with Easter Breakfast between the services

LUTHERAN–LCMS

MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH Messiah Preschool & Day Care 465 Pond Path, East Setauket www.messiahny.com (631) 751–1775

Rev. Charles Bell, Pastor We welcome all to join us for worship & fellowship Sunday Worship Services 8:15 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am Sunday School at 9:30 am Lenten Worship Services Tuesday at 6:15 pm April 4 Wednesday at 11 am April 5 (Bible Study on Wednesday night at 7:30 pm on the themes of the week) Maundy Thursday, April 13, 11 am & 7:30 pm Good Friday, April 14, 11 am & 7:30 pm Easter Sunday, April 16, 8 am & 10:15 am with an Easter Egg Hunt & Breakfast at 9 am We have a NYS Certified Preschool & Day Care

METHODIST

COMMACK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 486 Townline Road, Commack Church Office: (631)499–7310 Fax: (631) 858–0596 www.commack–umc.org • mail@commack–umc.org Rev. Linda Bates–Stepe, Pastor

SETAUKET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 160 Main Street, Corner of 25A and Main Street East Setauket • (631) 941–4167

Rev. Steven kim, Pastor

www.setauketumc.org • SUMCNY@aol.com Sunday Worship Service & Church School 10 am Holy Communion 1st Sunday of Month Mary & Martha Circle (Women’s Ministry) monthly on 2nd Tuesday at 1pm Palm Sunday, April 9-10 am Worship-Easter Egg Hunt for the children after Worship Maundy Thursday Service, April 13-Cantata during Worship Good Friday, April 14-Community Service from 12-3 pm at the Bethel AM.E. Church & 7:30 pm Good Friday Worship at Setauket UMC Easter Sunday, April 16-Sunrise Service on the Stony Brook Green at 6:30 am & Easter Worship at 10 am

STONY BROOK COMMUNITY CHURCH UNITED METHODIST

216 Christian Ave., Stony Brook, 11790 Church Office: 631-751-0574 stonybrookcommunitychurch@gmail.com www.stonybrookcommunitychurch.org Rev. chuck Van Houten, Pastor Connecting people to God, purpose and each other Sunday Worship 10:00 am Sunday School 10:00 am

Renewing, Restoring, Reviving for the 21st Century!

PRESBYTERIAN

SETAUKET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

5 Caroline Avenue ~ On the Village Green (631) 941-4271

Making God’s community livable for all since 1660!! www.setauketpresbyterian.org Email: setauketpresbyterian@verizon.net

Rev. Mary, Barrett Speers, pastor Rev. Dr. Craig Malbon, Visiting Minister

Join us Sundays in worship at 9:30 am Church School (PreK-6th Grade) at 9:45 am Adult Christian Education Classes and Service Opportunities Outreach Ministries: Open Door Exchange Ministry: Furnishing homes...Finding hope www.facebook.com/welcomefriendssoupkitchen Welcome Inn Soup Kitchen Prep Site: tfolliero@yahoo.com All are welcome to join this vibrant community of worship, music (voice and bell choirs), mission (local, national and international), and fellowship. Call the church office or visit our website for current information on church activities. SPC is a More Light Presbyterian Church and part of the Covenant Network of Presbyterians working toward a church as generous and just as God’s grace.

METHODIST BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH 33 Christian Ave/ PO2117 E. Setauket NY 11733 (631) 941–3581 Rev. Gregory L. Leonard–Pastor

Sunday Worship 10:30 am Adult Sunday School 9:30 am Lectionary Reading and Prayer Wed. 12 noon Gospel Choir Tues. 8 pm Praise Choir and Youth Choir 3rd and 4th Fri. 6:30 pm

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Business news

Photo from Gurwin Jewish Center

Above, the staff of the Adult Day Health Program at Gurwin Jewish Center

Gurwin Adult Day Health Program wins 2017 Best of Long Island Award

Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center’s Adult Day Health Program was recently named Long Island’s Best in Adult Day Health for 2017 through Bethpage Federal Credit Union’s Best of Long Island competition. The full-day medical model program, which opened its doors in 1989, offers comprehensive medical and social services to frail, elderly and cognitively impaired residents of Nassau and Suffolk counties in a supervised, secure and enriching environment.

“We are honored that Gurwin’s Adult Day Health program has been recognized as the Best on Long Island,” said Herbert H. Friedman, Gurwin’s executive vice president/ CEO. “At the core of the Adult Day Health program is our talented multidisciplinary

staff whose compassion and dedication is evident in their person centered care and innovative programming. Their attentiveness to each participant’s individualized needs offers families respite from the demanding responsibilities of caregiving, and peace of mind knowing that their loved one is good hands. We are pleased that our staff and the program have been recognized for the outstanding care they provide for the residents of our local community.”

Up to 133 individuals with varying health and cognitive challenges attend the program daily, which is located on Gurwin’s 67-acre campus within the renowned Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Medical and nursing care, rehabilitation therapy and

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a wide range of engaging therapeutic activities are offered for those who attend up to six days per week, supporting the physical, social and emotional needs of each participant.

According to Jeraldine Fedoriw, LMSW and Gurwin Adult Day Health Program director, “Socialization and structure in a secure environment are key to helping those with physical and cognitive disabilities flourish.

From the moment our buses pick them up in the morning, to the time they return home in the afternoon, our registrants are kept busy and engaged. Starting with a well-balanced breakfast, the day is fun-filled with hands-on activities such as painting, crafts, exercise, music and dancing. It is a stimulating day that gives our members a sense of belonging and

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UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP AT STONY BROOK

380 Nicolls Road • between Rte 347 & Rte 25A (631) 751–0297 • www.uufsb.org • office@uufsb.org

Rev. Margaret H. Allen (minister@uufsb.org) Sunday Service: 10:30 am

Religious Education at UUFSB: Unitarian Universalism accepts wisdom from many sources and offers non-dogmatic religious education for children from 3-18 to foster ethical and spiritual development and knowledge of world religions. Classes Sunday mornings at 10:30 am. Childcare for little ones under three. Senior High Youth Group meetings Sunday evenings.

Registration is ongoing. For more information: dre@uufsb.org.

oftentimes a renewed sense of purpose.”

In addition to a full calendar of events and assistance with activities of daily living, Gurwin’s program offers access to its in-house clinic which provides a full array of health services including dental, ophthalmology, audiology and other specialty services. Other on-site amenities include access to the facility’s professional barber and beauty parlor and well-stocked gift shop for light shopping needs.

“At the Gurwin Adult Day Health Program, our staff is proud to make a difference in the lives of those who attend our program each day,” Fedoriw adds. “I’m delighted for our staff that we’ve been named the Best on Long Island –— it’s a well-deserved honor.”

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UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF HUNTINGTON

109 Brown’s Road, Huntington, NY 11743 631–427–9547

UNITY UNITY CHURCH OF HEALING LIGHT 203 East Pulaski Rd., Huntington Sta. (631) 385–7180 www.unityhuntingtonny.org

www.uufh.org

Rev. G. Jude Geiger, Minister

(minister@uufh.org) Starr Austin, religious educator (dreuufh@gmail.com) Sunday Service 10:30 am, Children’s Religious Education 10:30 am Whoever you are, whomever you love, wherever you are on your life’s journey, you are welcome here.

Our services offer a progressive, non-creedal message with room for spiritual seekers.

Services and Religious Education each Sunday at 10:30 am Youth Group, Lifespan Religious Education for Adults, Adult and Children’s Choirs. Participants in the Huntington Interfaith Housing Initiative. Find us on Facebook and Twitter.

Rev. Saba Mchunguzi

Unity Church of Healing Light is committed to helping people unfold their Christ potential to transform their lives and build spiritual community through worship, education, prayer and service.

Sunday Worship & Church School 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Prayer Service 7:30 p.m.

Sign Language Interpreter at Sunday Service

To be listed in the Religious Directory, please call 631–751–7663

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SBU SportSweek MArCh 30 – APril 5, 2017

Tomorrow is Friday – wear red on Campus!

STOny BrOOK UniverSiTy

Kylie Ohlmiller has 10-point day in win Junior Kylie Ohlmiller led the charge with two goals and a career-high and America East conference-game record eight assists in a 14-2 win for the Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team over New Hampshire in Sunday’s America East opener at Wildcat Stadium. With the win, the Seawolves improve to 8-1, while the Wildcats drop to 0-10.

“I was really happy with our approach today,” Stony Brook head coach Joe Spallina

said. “ We played lights-out defense, holding UNH under 10 shots in the game. Offensively, we continued to keep it simple and let the ball do the work, assisting on 12 of 14 goals.”

Ohlmiller now has 34 goals and 31 assists on the year, an average of 7.22 points per game. Sister Taryn, a freshman, had five goals to match a career-high. The five tallies all came in the first half as the Seawolves took a 10-1 advantage into the locker room.

The two earned American East Offensive Player of the Week and Rookie of the Week honors, respectively, for their performances.

Kylie Ohlmiller had five goals and 10 assists with the results of Sunday’s game coupled with a matchup against the University of Southern California. Taryn Ohlmiller had a seven-goal weekend.

Senior Dorrien Van Dyke tallied three goals in the victory. She moved to fourth in program history with 225 career points.

Senior Alyssa Guido notched her first goal of the season, while junior Emma Schait, sophomore Keri McCarthy and freshman Ally Kennedy each found the back of the net.

Junior Brooke Gubitosi had a career-high six caused turnovers and matched a careerhigh with five ground balls. Senior Jessica Volpe had two ground balls and two caused turnovers. Gubitosi’s six caused turnovers are tied for second in a single game in program history behind Danielle Werner’s seven in the Seawolves’ inaugural season in 2003.

She earned an America East Defensive Player of the Week nod for her showing, having 10 ground balls and 10 caused turnovers on the weekend.

Sophomore Anna Tesoriero allowed five goals or less for the fifth time this season.

Stony Brook held New Hampshire to its lowest goal total since 1999 in the victory.

“Our goals-to-assist ratio is absurd and such a reflection of our approach,” Spallina said. “It’s a team-first mentality on both sides of the field. This was a solid weekend for our team and they are already looking

Photos from SBU

Above, Kylie Ohlmiller and, left, her younger sister, Taryn, compete in previous games. forward to next week as we host an undefeated, top-five Colorado and our biggest rival in Albany.”

The Seawolves, who rose to a programrecord No. 5 in the International Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association’s poll, return home to host the University of Colorado Friday at 7 p.m. at LaValle Stadium.

Men’s lacrosse picks up first conference win It was a well-rounded effort as the Stony Brook men’s lacrosse team never trailed in the game, and returned to the win column March 26, topping University of Hartford 13-9 at AlMarzook Field at Alumni Stadium. Nine different players recorded a point in the game as the Seawolves improved to 5-3 on the year, 1-1 in the America East. Hartford dropped to 3-5 this season, 0-1 in league play.

“I’m really happy for the guys to get this result today,” Stony Brook head coach Jim Nagle said. “We got back to playing Stony Brook lacrosse today and it was a lot of fun.”

Freshman Tom Haun got things going early for the Seawolves, scoring the first goal of the game two minutes after the opening face-off.

Senior Ryan Bitzer helped build the momentum, putting away back-to-back goals in the first quarter, tacking on a third just before the final horn. Stony Brook continued to push in the second quarter, going up 6-1 early in the new period. Hartford took advantage of a man-up opportunity with just over a minute remaining before halftime, but the Seawolves

were able to take a 7-3 lead into the break.

Bitzer wasted no time, striking first in the third quarter. Freshman Cory VanGinhoven and senior Alex Corpolongo each added goals as Stony Brook went up 10-4 just inside the midway point in the quarter. Hartford scored sequential goals for the first time in the game to finish the third, and after Haun broke up the momentum, the Hawks added two more to get back within three to start the fourth.

Both teams stepped up defensively in the final quarter, but senior Jay Lindsay sealed the victory as he won a late face-off and took it straight to goal to extend the lead.

Corpolongo extended his scoring streak to 26 games with two goals. He currently boasts the second-longest streak in the nation. Haun notched his sixth multipoint game of the season and has scored at least two goals in each of the last three games. Bitzer also made it back-to-back games with at least five points.

He has had a point in 27 of the last 28 games.

Freshman Michael Bollinger made his first start of the season and played the complete

Alex Corpolongo fires a shot at the cage. game in cage. He earned his first decision and finished with 10 saves.

The Seawolves, who have struggled on the face-off as of late, improved as they won 12of-25 while going against one of the top faceoff men in the country.

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Sophomore Ryland Rees returned for the Seawolves after missing the last four games due to injury.

The Seawolves return the field to host nationally ranked Albany on Saturday, April 1, at 7 p.m. at LaValle Stadium.

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Camp & School DIRECTORY

KIDS KORNER Bill Nye the Science Guy will be at the Book Revue in Huntington on April 3 to sign copies of his new book!

BENNER’S FARM 56 GNARLED HOLLOW RD, SETAUKET • 631.689.8172 www.bennersfarm.com

Farm the kids out this summer! Be a farmer for a week and experience summer life on a real working farm. Benner’s Farm dates back to the mid-1700s and as the children explore the farm, gardens, fields and woods, they’ll hear stories of the farm’s history and how people lived on Long Island before cars, malls and electricity. There are all kinds of new things to explore from tractors and tools to vegetables and herbs, collecting eggs from the hens, and picking a snack from the garden. Camp groups start with Kinder camp for those 3 -6, and Explorers and Senior Campers for children from 7 to 17 years old. Each day, campers are busy learning about animals, plants and nature, history, science, crafts and food. Each week includes fun and games of all kinds, special guests, and creative endeavors. Registration is by the week for up to 7 weeks of summer fun. CIT programs and before and after care are available. See our website Bennersfarm.com for more information!

Programs Let’s Create Together

MADE TO MOVE TENNIS & WELLNESS 5 SOUTH JERSEY AVE., SETAUKET 631.751.6767 www.madetomovewellness.com

Offering our community two high quality camps: Tennis Camp ages 9-18 and Imagine Camps ages 4 -9. Imagine offers diverse programs - art, tennis, yoga and other creative activities. Each camp includes our unique Natural Teaching Method which maximizes your child’s tennis and athletic ability; addtionally we utilize a comprehensive variety of tennis related activities that are creative and fun for your child’s success! Contact 631-751-6767.

MT. SINAI FRIENDS OF THE ARTS SUMMER THEATRE ARTS PROGRAM 631.331.7236

The Summer Theatre Arts Program is entering its 18th year of training young actors through participation in theatre productions. All our directors are certified educators and theatre professionals. Our Lower Division, for students entering 2nd through 4th grades September 2017, will be performing Disney’s 101 Dalmations, KIDS and the Middle Division, for students entering 5th through 8th grades September 2017, will perform Meredith Willson’s THE MUSIC MAN, Jr. We are very excited to be introducing for the Upper Division, made up of students entering 9th grade through 2017 graduates, a program to develop acting skills through the performance of One-Act Plays. All 3 divisions rehearse 5 days a week from June 26 to July 21 with performances on July 23. Rehearsal times: Lower Division, 9:00 am - 11:30 am. Middle Division, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. Upper Division 8:30 am - 11:30 am. Tuition is $350 for 101 Dalmation KIDS and $400 for both the Music Man, Jr. and One-Act Plays. Tuition includes a program T-shirt and 4 tickets to the actor’s performance. For more information, call 631-331-7236. The Summer Theatre Arts Program is sponsored by the Mt. Sinai Friends of the Arts.

THEATRE THREE 412 MAIN ST., PORT JEFFERSON • 631.928.9100

Musical Theatre Factory! Presented by Theatre Three, Long Island’s year-round professional regional theatre. Mornings (9:00-12:00) for ages 9-12 and afternoons (1:00-4:00) for ages 13-17. Monday through Thursday beginning July 10th. Students work with professional director, musical director, and choreographer. Summer experience culminates in fully-staged performances of “Seussical Jr.” School Version on August 7 & 8. Tuition $575. Acting Classes: Summer session of 10 acting classes for 6-18. Creative Dramatics (ages 6-8) $150. Pre-Teen Workshop (ages 8-11) $175. Teen Workshop (ages 12-15) $175.

Advanced Teen Workshop (ages 13-17-previous experience and permission of instructor required) $200. Class sizes are very limited. Call Theatre Three at 631-928-9100 Mon.-Sat. from 10 am - 5 pm for information and registration. Theatre Three is a not-for-profit organization supported by the New York State Council on the Arts, as state agency and by Suffolk County under the auspices of the Office of Cultural Affairs, County Executive.

Gallery North, 90 North Country Road, Setauket will present an art class, Let’s Create Together, on April 1 from 9 to 10 a.m. Explore the art of Pysanky egg decorating and create a 2D work of art inspired by this Polish tradition.

For ages 2 to 6 with a parent or caregiver. With instructor Larissa Grass. $25 per class includes materials. Pop-ins welcome. To register, call 751-2676 or visit www.gallerynorth.org.

Nano Days continued

The Maritime Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson will hold a walk-in program titled Nano Days on April 1 and 2 from 1 to 5 p.m. Explore the science of the small and see how nanotechnology affects your everyday life through cool activities!

For ages 2 to 12. $5 per person, members free. Call 331-3277 for additional information.

Art Ventures

Gallery North, 90 N. Country Road, Setauket will hold an Art Ventures class on April 1 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for ages 7 to 12. Explore the art of the Pysanky egg decorating and create a 2D batik inspired by this Polish tradition. Taught by Larissa Grass. $30 per class, includes materials.

Pop-ins welcome. To register, call 751-2676.

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Camp Setauket: For over 28 years, creating memorable summer camp experiences: General Camp for ages 3–12 ; Theatre Arts Camp and Sports Camp for ages 7–12; and C.I.T. Program for ages 13 thru 15. Game Set Match Tennis Academy Camp for ages 4–18 and all skill levels. Our unique camps offer indoor & outdoor pools, indoor & outdoor fields and indoor & outdoor tennis courts. Activities include: arts & crafts, sports such as soccer, basketball, softball and volleyball, interactive games, drama and hands on science. Swimming is included in every camp and several indoor activity areas for rainy days. Early enrollment, sibling, & member discounts available. Parisi Training Camps - focuses on speed and agility for all sports.

Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington will welcome science educator, television personality, and New York Times best-selling author Bill Nye The Science Guy on April 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. Nye will be speaking about and signing copies of his new book for middle-grade readers, “Jack and the Geniuses: At the Bottom of the World.” For more information, call 271-1442.

Hands-On Art at the LIM

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook will present an art program, Hands-On Art, on April 6 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Includes an exhibition tour of Edible Eden and a craft. Fee is $10, $8 for members. To register, call 751-0066, ext. 212.

Theater ‘Annie Jr.’

The irrepressible comic strip heroine Annie takes the stage at the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown through April 15. Shows will be held on Saturdays at 2 p.m., Sundays at 11 a.m. Shows daily from April 10 to 14 at 1 p.m. (All youth cast.) Tickets are $15. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www. smithtownpac.org.

Spring craft and storytime

‘Madagascar ‘

Windcatchers

‘Little Red Revisited’

Cindy Sommers, author of “Saving Kate’s Flowers,” will be at the Town of Brookhaven’s Home & Garden Show on April 1 at 11:30 a.m., 1, 2:30 and 4 p.m. and on April 2 at 2:30 and 4 p.m. Sommers will read from her book and help the children make a spring craft. Free with admission to the Home & Garden show. Call 758-9664, ext. 18, for more information.

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown will hold a family program about windcatchers on April 1 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wind plays an important part in our world.

Discover the advantages and disadvantages of the wind through hands-on activities and games.

Afterward, you’ll create a unique windcatcher to use at home. $4 per person. Advance registration required by calling 265-1054.

An Egg-Cellent Celebration!

WORLD GYM’S CAMP SETAUKET AND GAME SET MATCH TENNIS ACADEMY CAMPS 384 MARK TREE ROAD, EAST SETAUKET • 631.751.6100

Book signing

Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor for an Egg-Cellent Celebration on April 2 from 11 a.m. to noon for ages 3 to 6 and from 1 to 2 p.m. for ages 6 to 12. Celebrate spring with egg-laying sea creatures, see a scrimshawed ostrich egg, go on an egg hunt in the museum and decorate a Fabergé-style egg.

Admission is $6 adult, $5 child plus $5 craft fee.

Questions? Call 367-3418.

Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves in the musical adventure of a lifetime at the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport through April 30. All seats are $15. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www. engemantheater.com.

Arena Players Children’s Theater will present “Little Red Revisited” at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport on April 1, 8 and 22 at 1 p.m.

Come hear the story of Little Red Riding Hood the way the animals of the forest tell it in this audience participation play. Tickets are $10 adults, $8 children. Children under age 3 are free. To order, call 516-293-0674 or 516-5571207. Visit www.arenaplayers.org.

‘The Adventures of Peter Rabbit’

They’re back! Peter, Flopsy, Mopsy, Cotton-Tail, Benjamin Bunny, and the McGregors come to life in “The Adventures of Peter Rabbit” at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from April 12 to May 6. Shows will be held on Saturdays, April 15, 22, 29 and May 6 at 11 a.m. with additional performances on April 12, 13 and 14 for spring break and a sensory-friendly performance on April 23 at 11 a.m. All seats are $10. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

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Above, the cast of ‘Madagascar: A Musical Adventure’

Photo by Jennifer Collester Tully

What’s crack-a-lackin?

‘Madagascar’ opens at the Engeman

By Heidi Sutton

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With much pomp and circumstance, the John W. Engeman Theater closes out its 2016-2017 Children’s Theater season with “Madagascar: A Musical Adventure.”

Excitement filled the theater air on opening day last weekend as the children waited anxiously to catch a glimpse of their favorite animal characters and to enjoy a live retelling of the animated classic. And let me assure you, they were not disappointed.

From the opening number, “It’s Showtime,” to the finale, an audience participation party version of “I Like to Move It,” the entire performance is a wild and wacky and wonderful musical celebration of friendship.

The nine-member adult cast, skillfully directed by Jennifer Collester Tully, with several playing multiple roles, capture each original film character’s personality perfectly, especially the hypochondriac giraffe. Aside from performing on stage, the cast often wanders through the audience, keeping the young theatergoers at the edge of their seats with big smiles.

The show’s script follows the original movie closely, making it easy to follow. In the first of two acts we are introduced to best friends Alex the Lion (Andrew McCluskey) Marty the Zebra (Marquez Stewart), Gloria the Hippo (Rita Sarli) and Melman the Giraffe (Suzanne Mason) who are residents of New York’s Central Park Zoo. It’s Marty’s birthday and he makes a wish that he could go back to the wild

(which he thinks is Connecticut). Moments later he escapes with “cute and cuddly” penguins, Rico (Alyson Leonard), Kowalski (TracyLynn Connor), Private (Samantha Masone) and Skipper (Danny Meglio) who want to go back to Antarctica.

When Marty’s friends go looking for him, the entire group gets caught in the halls of Grand Central Station by the zookeepers and are tranquilized. When they wake up, the zoo animals are in crates on a ship headed to Africa. Caught in rough seas, the crates fall overboard and the four friends wash up on the shores of Madagascar.

There they are promptly welcomed by King Julien (played to perfection by the incomparable Jacqueline Hughes), sidekick Maurice (Connor) and his tribe of ringtailed lemurs who hope that Alex can protect them from the terrible foosa. Things only get wilder in the second act, but you’ll have to go see it to find out.

The wonderful songs, the adorable costumes by Jess Costagliola and the terrific choreography by Marquez Stewart are simply the icing on the cake. Meet the cast in the lobby after the show for photos and autographs.

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will present “Madagascar: A Musical Adventure” through April 30. After a short break, the 2017-2018 season will begin with “Pinkalicious The Musical” from July 22 to Aug. 27, “Cinderella” from Sept. 23 to Oct. 29 and “Frosty” from Nov. 18 to Dec. 31. All seats are $15.

To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www. engemantheater.com.

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Mt. Sinai Friends Of the Arts

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SUMMER THEATRE ARTS PROGRAM Entering our 18th Season Directors: David Kramer & “Miss Jean” Sorbera Actors entering Grades 9 through 2017 Graduates Rehearsals: 8:30 am – 11:30 am Tuition: $400

Actors entering Grades 5 – 8 Rehearsals: 11:30 am – 2:30 pm Tuition: $400

Actors entering Grades 2 – 4 Rehearsals: 9:00 am - 11:30 am Tuition: $350 All Rehearsals: June 26 - July 21, Mon. – Fri. All Performances: July 23, Sunday All Rehearsals and Performances at Mt. Sinai High School All Directors are Theatre Professionals and Certified Educators For an application or further information Call 631-331-7236 or Email davidkramer9@hotmail.com

Photo from Town of Huntington

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Councilwoman Berland promotes reading

Open House

Councilwoman Susan A. Berland (D) was a mystery reader at Flower Hill Primary School’s annual Pick a Reading Partner (PARP) program on March 19. Berland read two of her favorite childhood books, “The Boy Who Fooled the Giant” and “The Big Green Thing,” to Gabriella Escorbores’ kindergarten class.

“I had a lot of fun being a mystery reader at [the school’s] annual PARP program,” said Berland. “I commend the Flower Hill Primary School and Huntington school district for encouraging reading.”

Kiddie Academy of Wading River, located at 5952 Route 25A, will hold a Jump Into Summer Open House event on April 1 from 10 a.m. to noon. Families with young children are invited to learn about Kiddie Academy’s summer camp program. Activities will include miniclasses with Soccer Woddler Coach Chris, the Jump Bunch Team and Sing-along with Irv. To RSVP, call 631-929-

4800 or visit www.kiddieacademy.com/wading-river.

CAMP SETAUKET at

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EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT 10% OFF If registered by 4/10

“Celebrating our 28th Year!”

4 Exciting Camps To Choose From!

Large Outdoor And Indoor Space For Numerous Sports & Activities.

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Sports Camp (Ages 7 - 12) • Instruction & Competition • Soccer • Volleyball • Softball • Basketball and more

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General Camp

(Ages 3 - 12)

• Arts & Crafts • Hands on Science • Interactive Games • Recreational Sports

Tennis Academy

(Ages 4 - 18)

• 1/2 Day • Full Day • Advanced Training • 9 Indoor, 7 Outdoor Har-Tru Courts

C.I.T. Training

(Ages 13 - 15)

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• Counselors in Training • Learn Leadership Skills

• Enjoy the Activities • Special Reduced Rate Swimming is included in all camps!

All camps provide: Snacks, Drinks, Lunch & a T-Shirt

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Discounts for Siblings and World Gym Members!

348 Mark Tree Road, East Setauket 631-751-6100 www.WorldGymSetauket.com Less than 5 minutes from SBU Campus, 800’ north of Rte. 347

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photo of the week

File photo

The daffodils in the smiley face at Heritage Park will soon be in bloom, the result of a previous community volunteer effort.

Calling all volunteers!

SUNSET AT STONY BROOK HARBOR Stony Brook resident Jay Gao captured this image at Stony Brook Harbor on Feb. 24 using a nikon D750. He writes, ‘The harbor is one of my favorite places to visit. This picture was taken at 5:30 p.m., when many geese were leaving the harbor.’

Send your Photo of the Week to leisure@tbrnewspapers.com.

The Mount Sinai Garden Club is seeking volunteers to help create a hedge maze for the community at Heritage Park, 633 Coram-Mount Sinai Road, Mount Sinai on Saturday, April 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Adults and teens are needed to help move wood chips by wheelbarrow, unload and plant large shrubs, move compost and other tasks. Come help out for a few hours or stay all day! Wear appropriate clothing and bring tools, if possible. Community service letters will be provided for those who need it. For more information, please call 631-509-0882 or email mountsinaigardenclub@yahoo.com.

gardening

Dividing fall-blooming perennials in the spring

By EllEn BarcEl

One of the nice benefits of growing perennials is that they come back year after year without replanting — it saves time, energy and money. However, as the years go by, perennial beds can become overgrown and need to have their plants divided.

When is the ideal time to divide your perennials? Perennials can be divided almost any time, but, ideally, don’t divide perennials in the summer since it will be harder to keep the new plants growing with the heat and lessened rain. In an emergency, for example, when having to clear part of your property for new construction, divide as needed even if it is 90 degrees outside.

But this is an emergency situation rather than good planning and means you need to take extra care to keep the plants thriving.

The rule of thumb is to divide spring and summer bloomers in the fall. That means that you should have already divided plants like hostas. Fall-blooming plants (like mums, asters, Montauk daisies, etc.) should be divided in spring. By dividing them at the appropriate time, more of the plant’s energy will go into growing new roots and leaves. However, always do some research on the specific plants you need to divide before digging up the perennial clump as some plant species can be very persnickety when it comes to dividing time. And, some plants, like black-eyed Susans and coneflowers can be divided in either spring or fall.

Photos by Ellen Barcel

clockwise from top left, coneflowers can be divided in spring or fall; Montauk daisies should be divided, if needed, in spring; black-eyed Susans can be divided in spring or fall.

Some perennials need to be divided every three or four years, depending on how thickly they have grown. Others don’t need to be divided for many years, like peonies. If there were fewer flowers last year than in the past, it’s a sign the clump needs to be divided. If there is a bare spot

in the center of the clump, that, too is a sign the perennials need to be divided.

Steps to follow: • Look at the size of the clump and decide into how many pieces you want to divide the clump.

• If possible, dig the appropriate number of receiving holes before you actually cut the clump. This will lessen transplant shock. You can, naturally put one of the divisions back into the original hole.

• If you can’t plant the divisions immediately, wrap them in newspaper or burlap, dampen with water and store in a bucket in a cool, shady place. Plant them ASAP. • It’s easiest to dig up and divide a clump of perennials after there has been a rainfall.

• Start digging at the drip line and work your way around the outside of the clump of perennials.

• Once you’ve lifted the clump, if possible, divide the rooted sections by hand. This will lessen root damage.

• If necessary, take a sharp spade or gardening knife (make sure you have thoroughly cleaned it first) and cut the clump into several sections, making sure that you have roots attached to each section.

• If there was a bare spot in the center of the original bed, do not replant that section, but rather discard it to your compost pile.

• Make sure you add organic matter to the newly planted divisions of the perennials.

• Keep the new plants moist, but not soggy, until they have had time to establish themselves. Mulch would be useful here.

In a few months, your new plants should be growing well.

Ellen Barcel is a freelance writer and master gardener. To reach Cornell Cooperative Extension and its Master Gardener program, call 631-727-7850.

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a treasure among us

Avalon Park & Preserve

Clockwise from top left, stone steps leading up to a small pond and labyrinth; a view of the Red Barn from the flower meadow (photo by Susan Trawick); the park attracts many different types of butterflies and insects; and native plantings line the paths.

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From top, a path leading to the flower meadow (photo by nicole Mullen); a night heron searches for its next meal (photo by Karen Silvestri); a sculpture honoring the late Paul Simons can be found at the labyrinth (photo by elyse Sutton); and one of five different colored trail markers at the park (photo by elyse Sutton).

ocated on Harbor Road off Main Street in Stony Brook Village, there is a not-so-little slice of paradise providing visitors with a blissful escape. Behind the duck pond and across from the Grist Mill, you’ll find Avalon Park & Preserve with more than 80 acres of trails, wildflower meadows, ponds and even a winding labyrinth. The park is the perfect balance of a well-maintained public space and a place where nature blooms freely.

“Today, my daughter saw a vole for the first time,” said a mother who loves to take her daughters to this park. “A park ranger told us what it was, and pointed out a paper wasps’ nest, too. I really like that the rangers are always walking around — they’re so great.” Her children were eager to chime in, pointing out some of the parks’ features they find most exciting: “Animals and nature, the pond, the preserve and the labyrinth!”

Indeed, according to the park rangers themselves, they’ve really stepped up their presence thanks to the large influx of visitors in past years. When asked what they believe patrons like most about the park, and what they themselves enjoy, one ranger joked, “Us and us!”

On a more serious note, Ranger Danny said it’s all about “where we’re at. And the people you get to meet here are just great.”

His co-worker Jeff agreed and said the surroundings are one of the best parts, and the people are really nice. There are a lot of kids that come around, too. Sometimes you almost feel like a tour guide, showing people around the park.”

The joy that both visitors and rangers alike feel at coming together in such a “peaceful, serene atmosphere” is exactly why the Paul Simons Foundation dedicated this park and preserve to his memory. Paul Simons was a young Long Island man whose bright and active life ended too soon, but his passion for nature and taking pleasure in outdoor activities is reflected in the foundation’s wish for the park.

According to Avalon’s web page, the foundation says, “It is hoped that present and future generations of visitors will find pleasure in these gardens, walks and woods.” Walking through the park today, you will find all sorts of people fulfilling that very hope. No matter what brings you to Avalon in the first place, the park seems to welcome you at its stately wooden gate, inviting you onto the boardwalk and into the well-loved park.

Part of the charm of Avalon Park is that you can enjoy art and activity alongside nature. Many people flock to the park to go on walks or jogs, to practice photography (though professionals must acquire a permit), and even to catch Pokémon.

Just be conscientious and double check that the activity you want to enjoy is appropriate in that particular area of the park. For example, mountain biking is only allowed on the trails to the west of Shep Jones Lane, and fishing at the pond requires a permit.

If you’ve been to Avalon before, you know that it can be a great place to just walk about, but if you check out its website, www.avalonparkandpreserve.org, you’ll find an array of group activities and volunteering opportunities for yourself and your family to explore.

While Avalon has many youth programs, the two that take place on its grounds all year long and are open to any interested child are the Avalon Seedlings and the S.T.A.T.E. program. For children under the age of 13, the various Seedlings programs will open them up to the wonderful world of nature under the guidance of Sue Wahlert, a certified teacher who will make sure your child’s curiosity is satiated with new and exciting outdoor classes and activities.

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Top, the labyrinth offers a walking meditation; Ranger Jeff and Ranger Danny walk the trails last summer (photo by Katelyn Winter); below, children enjoy the suspension bridge at the park.

The S.T.A.T.E. program, for teens ages 13 to 17, is an environment-focused volunteer program where they can learn about preserving resources, work on projects both short and long term and get down in the dirt with a purpose.

For those past the age of 17, Avalon welcomes you to one of its many other programs at the Barn, such as Asana Yoga, the Avalon Sky Lab for stellar and solar observing, Mindfulness Meditation and special events like movie night. In addition, the Four Harbors Audubon Society hosts regular bird walks through the park. Each individual program has its own website and contact information, but they are all located on the Field and Barn page of Avalon’s website.

If you didn’t know that Avalon Park was there, you might drive by the Stony Brook Duck Pond and never wonder what lay in the woods beyond its shores. But to unearth its existence is to find a way to incorporate adventure into your weekly routine. It’s a way to connect with nature, however you like to do that, and it’s discovering that so many other Long Islanders appreciate the beautiful place we call home.

And that is why Avalon Park & Preserve is a treasure among us.

Author Katelyn Winter is a rising junior at Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pa., majoring in English and creative writing.

She is from Stony Brook and hopes to one day work in the publishing industry.

Avalon Park & Preserve

On the cover: Alisa Greene of Farmingville in front of the memorial to Paul Simons. Photo by Elyse Sutton

Hours: Open 365 days a year, from dawn to dusk Address: 200 Harbor Road, Stony Brook Phone Number: 631-689-0619 Website: www.avalonparkandpreserve.org Rules: Dogs allowed on leash No drones allowed Fishing with a permit Mountain biking on certain trails

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ey kids! We’re holding a coloring contest for ages 3 to 10 in honor of spring! Three lucky winners will receive a family four-pack to see a live theater production of ‘The Adventures of Peter Rabbit,’ courtesy of Theatre Three in Port Jefferson. The rules are simple — just have fun! Send your completed coloring page to Times Beacon Record Newspapers, P.O. Box 707, Setauket, NY 11733 or email a high-resolution image to leisure@ tbrnewspapers.com. Entries must be received by April 10 and the winners will be announced in the issue of April 13. Good luck!

ENTRY FORM

Name: Town: Phone number: Age:

Our Spring Coloring Contest 2017 is sponsored by:

412 Main Street, Port Jefferson 631-928-9100, www.theatrethree.com