Arts & Lifestyles - August 22, 2019

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OUR EXPERTS ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS

Amy Curran, NP Stony Brook Children’s Hospital

Lynda Wynne, PA Stony Brook Children’s Hospital

Why Am I Having Trouble Breastfeeding?

You may know that breastmilk is best for babies. But breastfeeding doesn’t always come naturally.

Since August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month, we asked our Certified Lactation Consultants, Amy Curran, NP and Lynda Wynne, PA for answers to questions about why and when to seek breastfeeding support.

Why is breastfeeding difficult for some mothers?

All health and health-related information contained in this article is intended to be general and/or educational in nature and should not be used as a substitute for a visit with a healthcare professional for help, diagnosis, guidance and treatment.

The information is intended to offer only general information for individuals to discuss with their healthcare provider. It is not intended to constitute a medical diagnosis or treatment or endorsement of any particular test, treatment, procedure, service, etc.

Reliance on information provided is at the user’s risk. Your healthcare provider should be consulted regarding matters concerning the medical condition, treatment, and needs of you and your family. Stony Brook University/SUNY is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer. 19080160H

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There can be many reasons. One of the most common is that the baby doesn’t latch on to the breast properly. When this happens, the baby may not be able suck effectively and won’t get enough milk to satisfy hunger or gain enough weight. An improper latch or a medical issue such as mastitis can also cause the mother’s breasts and/or nipples to become extremely sore. What’s more, every baby is different. Even if a mother was able to successfully breastfeed a previous child, she may have a different experience with her new baby. Plus there are other challenges as well.

What other challenges?

A new mother is usually pretty exhausted.

In addition to caring for a newborn who wakes often at night and needs frequent feedings, she may also be caring for other children, trying to maintain tasks around the house and going to doctor visits. If she had a difficult birth experience, she may need extra time to recover. If she

has a preemie, multiples (twins, triplets), or a child with a medical condition, she’ll probably require additional strategies.

She may also not be getting all the nourishment or rest she needs. All this can make successful breastfeeding more difficult to establish.

When should a new mother see a lactation consultant?

As soon as she notices any issues or has any concerns. Some issues include: if the baby isn’t latching on and suckling long enough; if the baby isn’t meeting the weight gain milestones set by the pediatrician; or if she’s having pain. If a mom needs breastfeeding support for any reason, time is of the essence. The faster she gets help, the better.

Can’t a new mother get advice from other nursing mothers or the internet?

Since every baby is different, advice from other moms or generic information from the internet might not apply and could even be detrimental. Certified lactation consultants are specially trained to recognize the many reasons why there are breastfeeding difficulties, and will offer solutions specifically tied to that mom’s and her baby’s needs.

What will the consultant cover in the session?

• How to properly position the baby

• The baby’s weight • Back-to-work strategies • Rest and nutrition for nursing moms • Where to get additional support Most breastfeeding issues can be resolved in two visits: one initial visit, and a follow-up visit that takes place about a week later. And phone support is available at any time.

Where do you offer these sessions?

Our private sessions are available at these locations: • Center Moriches • East Setauket • Hampton Bays • Patchogue • Port Jefferson Station • Wading River

SUPPORT OUR DIAPER DRIVE TO HELP KEEP BABIES HAPPY AND HEALTHY More than a third of families who use diapers have trouble affording them.

This September, please drop off new, unopened packages of disposable diapers in collection boxes located in the Hospital Lobby and Stony Brook University’s Administration Building Lobby. Donations go directly to Stony Brook Medicine’s Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Program.

• How to achieve an effective latch • How to pump and safely store breast milk

For an appointment at any location, call (631) 444-KIDS (5437).

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WINE AND CHEESE

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Rioja −Spain’s premier wine region Rioja is the grape-growing region in the northeastern part of Spain in a 75-mile stretch of land along the Ebro River. It is close to the western Pyrenees, about 250 miles south of Bordeaux, France. Rioja takes its name from Rio Oja, a mountain stream that crosses Rioja and flows into the Ebro River, northeast of Madrid.

Rioja is divided into three viticultural subzones: Rioja Alta (southwest), Rioja Alavesa (northwest) and Rioja Oriental (formerly Rioja Baja) (southeast).

The region produces mostly red wines along with some rosé, dry and sweet white wines and sparkling wines. There are many indigenous and international grape varieties authorized to make Rioja wine. Red grapes include tempranillo, garnacha (grenache), mazuelo, graciano and maturana tinta. White grapes include viura, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, verdejo, malvasía, garnacha blanca, tempranillo blanco, maturana blanca and torrontés.

Some Rioja wines to try…

2018 El Coto “Blanco” (blend of viura, sauvignon blanc and verdejo grapes). Wondrous bouquet and flavor of peaches, honeydew melon, mint and candied lemon zest. Enjoy with seafood risotto containing shrimp or broiled white-fleshed fish topped with roasted red bell peppers.

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2018 El Coto “Rosado” (rosé; blend of tempranillo and garnacha grapes). Bouquet and flavor of pink grapefruit, strawberries and red cherries; quite floral, fruity and zesty. Easy to drink, providing it’s not overchilled. Serve it with bow-tie pasta tossed with extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, arugula and sun-dried tomatoes.

2015 Viña Pomal “Crianza” (100% tempranillo grapes). Aromatic, featuring black fruits and licorice with vanilla, cinnamon, cocoa and toasted wood notes. Great with some blackened fillet of beef or barbecued chicken served in a spicy, tangy, smoky sauce.

2013 Viña Pomal “Reserva” (100% tempranillo grapes). Intense aromas of vanilla, cinnamon and nutmeg, with red fruit intermingled with tobacco and truffles. Try it with duck cooked in a sweet fruit sauce.

2018 Marqués de Cáceres “Satinela” (blend of viura and malvasia grapes). Bright yellow with a bouquet and taste of apricots, bananas, candy apples, honey, mango and peach.

Off-dry with just a touch of citrus. Serve it with sweet and sour dishes, curries or a fruit platter.

The term “crianza” on a bottle of red Rioja wine means the wine was aged a minimum of 2 years, including at least 1 year in oak barrels, whereas the term “reserva” signifies it was aged a minimum of 3 years, including at least 1 year in oak barrels.

Bob Lipinski is the author of 10 books, including “101: Everything You Need to Know About Whiskey” and “Italian Wine & Cheese Made Simple” (available on Amazon.com). He conducts training seminars on wine, spirits and food and is available for speaking engagements. He can be reached at www.boblipinski.com OR bkjm@hotmail.com.

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SHELTER PET OF THE WEEK

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

MEET NICO! This week’s shelter pet is Nico, an adorable 6-year-old Chihuahua mix currently waiting to be adopted at Kent Animal Shelter. Nico was brought to the shelter by his family because they were no longer able to keep him.

Nico is a little sweetie and just loves to be with people but is choosy about what dogs he likes to spend time with. Come on down and meet Nico. He’s sure to warm your heart!

Nico comes neutered, microchipped and is up to date on all his vaccines.

Kent Animal Shelter is located at 2259 River Road in Calverton.

The adoption center is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information on Nico and other adoptable pets at Kent, call 631-727-5731 or visit www.kentanimalshelter.com.

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THEME: ACROSS

The Beatles

1. Patsy, e.g.

6. Olden-day aerosol can propellant, acr.

9. Between generations 13. Reduction/oxidation portmanteau 14. ____ Tsu 15. Page or Grable 16. Out in the open 17. Legal org.

18. Often-missed humor 19. *”Nowhere man, the world is at your ____” 21. *”...love was such an easy game ____ ____” © StatePoint Media 23. *”____ time at all, all you gotta do is call...”

24. *One more than The Beatles 25. 2019, Year of the ____ 28. Shell and its contents 30. Showing on TV 35. Mars, to the Greeks 37. “On a ____” or carefree 39. Rock bottom 40. Asian weight unit 41. Gladiator venue 43. Site of Leaning Tower 44. Zero calorie sweetener 46. Arab ruler 47. Zac Brown Band’s 2008 hit 48. Tight-____ 50. H or O in H2O, e.g.

52. ____ the season!

53. Word type 55. Booking photograph 57. *”...take a sad song and make it ____” 60. *”...____, it’s been a long cold lonely winter” 64. 2 halves of a diameter 65. Sis’ sibling 67. Sign of a saint, pl.

68. Financial backer 69. Summer mo.

70. *”..., but you can ____ how to play the game” 71. Pressure inducer 72. Born, in society pages 73. Synchronizes, for short

Answers to last week’s puzzle: Mind your grammar

Directions: Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making sure that every row, column and 3-by-3 box includes all digits 1 through 9.

Answers to last week’s SUDOKU

DOWN 1. Gator’s cousin 2. To the left, prefix 3. Footnote word 4. Norman Bates’ Mother 5. Opposite of extinct 6. Decked out 7. *Like The Four 8. Raccoon’s South American cousin 9. *”...listen to my story all about the ____ who came to stay?”

10. Dwarf buffalo 11. Small and weak 12. Stratego piece S 15. Deliver via Keystone 20. Spiral-horned African antelope 22. Spermatozoa counterpart 24. Supervisor 25. *”Yesterday” star 26. Baghdad resident 27. “Faster!” to a horse 29. *”... and if she’s beside me I know I need never ____” 31. Wholly engrossed 32. “The ____,” Dostoyevsky’s novel 33. One born to Japanese immigrants 34. *”Jojo left his home in Tucson, Arizona for some California ____” 36. Dueler’s blow 38. Opposite of purl 42. Something in the air 45. Dal seed 49. Anonymous John 51. Street artist’s masterpiece 54. City-like 56. Sticky 57. Misery cause 58. U2 guitarist 59. Wedding cake part 60. Venetian magistrate 61. A Flock of Seagulls’ 1982 hit 62. Narcotics agent 63. Singular of gentes 64. Drake’s genre *Theme related clue 66. Parisian way Answers to this week’s puzzle will appear in next week’s newspaper and online on Friday afternoon at www.tbrnewsmedia.com, Arts and Lifestyles

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EYE ON MEDICINE

Combining the best in academic and community medicine

BY CAROL A. GOMES

With the latest addition of Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Stony Brook Medicine further expands its role as a leading integrated health care system delivering increased care options to benefit our patients across Long Island.

The Stony Brook Medicine health care system now consists of Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH), Stony Brook Children’s Hospital (SBCH), Stony Brook Southampton Hospital (SBSH) and Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital (SBELIH). The system includes more than 1,200 physicians on the full-time faculty in the Renaissance School of Medicine and nearly 200 additional employed physicians in the community. Our ambulatory footprint is comprised of more than 100 outpatient care sites, strategically located to enhance convenient access to care.

The hospitals in the Stony Brook Medicine health care system will work together to provide access to the full range of health care services to East End residents, locally in the community and at SBUH, a world-class tertiary medical center. By combining our resources, we will match patients with the right type of care in the right facility.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital on July 23.

Photo from SBU

Our objective is to improve coordination of complex episodes of care for our patients while at the same time improving efficiency and lowering the cost of care. To deliver this seamless care, we are making considerable incremental investments to facilitate caregiver communication, including integration of electronic medical records.

We look forward to further realizing the benefits of combining a large academic medical center with community-based hospitals. The

latter offers unique academic and training opportunities for our residents and fellows.

As clinical campuses and training sites, SBELIH and SBSH will help increase the number of physicians, specialists, allied health professionals and nurses on Eastern Long Island choosing to explore opportunities to practice medicine in community settings.

For example, Stony Brook Medicine already hosts a psychiatric residency program at SBELIH,

and a new Mastery in General Surgery Fellowship program provides surgical fellows with four months of community hospital experience.

Stony Brook has also improved access to prehospital emergency care on the North Fork, with two EMS “fly cars,” staffed by paramedics who serve as first responders on the scene of emergencies. In the future, telehealth connections will be established between the emergency departments of SBUH and SBELIH, and on Shelter Island, to further improve direct access to Stony Brook Medicine specialists.

Fortunately, Stony Brook Medicine has a long history of working collaboratively with both of our community-based hospital partners to meet the needs of patients on the East End. Formalizing the relationship with SBSH two years ago and now adding SBELIH to the system will allow us to work even more closely together to improve access to medical and surgical services, as well as specialty care, and to offer new community-based health programs.

We look forward to creating even closer ties in the future as we further develop our integrated healthcare system, with the patient at the center of everything we do.

Carol A. Gomes, MS, FACHE, CPHQ is the Interim Chief Executive Officer of Stony Brook University Hospital.

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HELPING YOU NAVIGATE TO OPTIMAL HEALTH

David Dunaief, M.D. Integrative Medicine

• A Whole Body Approach • Reversing, Preventing & Treating Chronic Disease and Managing Weight by Connecting Conventional Medicine with Lifestyle Modifications Our Philosophy is simple.

We believe wellness is derived through nutritional medicine and lifestyle interventions that prevent and treat chronic diseases.

Medications have their place - and in some cases can be lifesaving.

However, there’s no medication without side effects. The goal should be to limit the need for medications - or minimize the number of medications you take on a regular basis.

You are not limited by your genes.

Fortunately, most diseases are based primarily on epigenetics, which are environmental influences, and not on genetics. Epigenetics literally means above or around the gene. In epigenetics, lifestyle choices impact gene expression. Just because your first degree relatives may have had a disease, you are not predestined to follow suit.

We are specialists who will partner with your primary care physician.

A standard medical education does not integrate enough nutritional medicine and other lifestyle interventions. We bridge that gap.

We use evidence-based medicine to guide our decision-making.

The amount of research related to nutrition and other lifestyle issues continues to grow rapidly, with many studies showing significant beneficial effects on health.

We treat each patient as an individual.

We will work with you to develop a plan that allows you to take a proactive role in managing your own health. The health outcomes are worth the effort.

Is disease reversal possible?

Absolutely! Study evidence has found this to be true, and many of our patients have experienced reversal of diabetes, autoimmune disorders, migraines, and cardiovascular disease, just to mention a few. In many cases, because of their exceptional results, our patients have been able to reduce or eliminate their medications.

Read more common questions and answers on medicalcompassmd.com.

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MEDICAL COMPASS

For weight loss, focus on micronutrients not macronutrients Micronutrient-dense foods are most satisfying

Why do we eat? Hunger is only one reason.

There are many psychological and physiological factors that influence our eating behavior, including addictions, lack of sleep, stress, environment, hormones and others. This can make weight management or weight loss for the majority who are overweight or obese — approximately 72 percent of the U.S. adult population — very difficult to achieve (1).

Since calorie counts have been required on some municipalities’ menus, we would expect that consumers would be making betBy David ter choices. UnfortuDunaief, M.D. nately, studies of the results have been mostly abysmal. Nutrition labeling either doesn’t alter behavior or encourages higher calorie purchases, according to most studies (2, 3).

Does this mean we are doomed to acquiesce to temptation? Actually, no: It is not solely about willpower. Changing diet composition is more important.

What can be done to improve the situation?

In my clinical experience, increasing the quality of food has a tremendous impact. Foods that are the most micronutrient dense, such as plantbased foods, rather than those that are solely focused on macronutrient density, such as protein, carbohydrates and fats, tend to be the most satisfying. In a week to a few months, one of the first things patients notice is a significant reduction in their cravings. But don’t take my word for it.

Let’s look at the evidence.

Effect of refined carbohydrates

By this point, many of us know that refined carbohydrates are not beneficial. Well, there is a randomized controlled trial (RCT), the gold standard of studies, with results that show refined carbohydrates may cause food addiction (4). There are certain sections of the brain involved in cravings and reward that are affected by high-glycemic (sugar) foods, as shown by MRI scans of trial subjects.

The participants consumed a 500-calorie shake with either a high-glycemic index or with a low-glycemic index. They were blinded (unaware) as to which type they were drinking. The ones who drank the high-glycemic shake had higher levels of glucose in their blood initially, followed by a significant decline in glucose lev-

Impact of obesity

Increasing the quality of food that you eat has a tremendous impact. Stock photo

els and increased hunger four hours later. In fact, the region of the brain that is related to addiction, the nucleus accumbens, showed a spike in activity with the high-glycemic intake.

According to the authors, this effect may occur regardless of the number or quantity of calories consumed. Granted, this was a very small study, but it was well designed. High-glycemic foods include carbohydrates, such as white flour, sugar and white potatoes. The conclusion: Everyone, but especially those trying to lose weight, should avoid refined carbohydrates. The composition of calories matters.

Comparing macronutrients

We tend to focus on macronutrients when looking at diets. These include protein, carbohydrates and fats, but are these the elements that have the most impact on weight loss? In an RCT, when comparing different macronutrient combinations, there was very little difference among groups, nor was there much success in helping obese patients reduce their weight (5, 6). In fact, only 15 percent of patients achieved a 10 percent reduction in weight after two years.

The four different macronutrient diet combinations involved an overall calorie restriction. In addition, each combination had either high protein, high fat; average protein, high fat; high protein, low fat; or low protein, low fat. Carbohydrates ranged from low to moderate (35 percent) in the first group to high (65 percent) in the last group. This was another relatively well-designed study, involving 811 participants with an average BMI of 33 kg/m², which is defined as obese (at least 30 kg/m²).

Again, focusing primarily on macronutrient levels and calorie counts did very little to improve results.

In an epidemiological study looking at National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data, results demonstrate that those who are overweight and obese tend to be lacking in micronutrients (7). The authors surmise that it may have to do with the change in metabolic activity associated with more fat tissue. These micronutrients include carotenoids, such as lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, alpha-carotene and beta-cryptoxanthin, as well as vitamin B12, folate and vitamins C, E and D. However, supplements don’t compensate for missing micronutrients. Quite the contrary, micronutrients from supplements are not the same as those from foods. With a few exceptions, such as vitamin D and potentially B12, most micronutrient levels can be raised without supplementation. Please ask your doctor.

Steroid levels

The good news is that once people lose weight, they may be able to continue to keep the weight off. In a prospective (forward-looking) study, results show that once obese patients lose weight, the levels of cortisol metabolite excretion decreases significantly (8).

Why is this important? Cortisol is a glucocorticoid, which means it raises the level of glucose and is involved in mediating visceral or belly fat. This type of fat has been thought to coat internal organs, such as the liver, and result in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Decreasing the level of cortisol metabolite may also result in a lower propensity toward insulin resistance and may decrease the risk of cardiovascular mortality. This is an encouraging preliminary, yet small, study involving women.

Therefore, controlling or losing weight is not solely about willpower. Don’t use the calories on a menu as your sole criteria to determine what to eat; even if you choose lower calories, it may not get you to your goal. While calories may have an impact, the nutrient density of the food may be more important. Thus, those foods high in micronutrients may also play a significant role in reducing cravings, ultimately helping to manage weight.

References:

(1) www.cdc.gov. (2) Am J Pub Health 2013 Sep 1;103(9):1604-1609. (3) Am J Prev Med.2011 Oct;41(4):434–438. (4) Am J Clin Nutr Online 2013;Jun 26. (5) N Engl J Med 2009 Feb 26;360:859. (6) N Engl J Med 2009 Feb 26;360:923.

(7) Medscape General Medicine. 2006;8(4):59. (8) Clin Endocrinol.2013;78(5):700-705.

Dr. Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management.

VENDORS WANTED • Ronkonkoma Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Street Fair along Hawkins Avenue on Sept. 1 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Merchandise and food vendors can download an application at www.ronkonkomachamber. com. Call 631-963-2796.

• East Northport Chamber of Commerce is looking for street fair, sidewalk sale and craft vendors for its annual East Northport Festival on Sept. 6, 7 and 8 at John J. Walsh Memorial Park, 190 Larkfield Road, East Northport. Call 631-261-3573 or visit www.eastnorthport.com for more info.

• Setauket United Methodist Church, 160 Main St., Setauket has a few spots available for its Community Yard and Vendor Sale on Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Interested vendors should call Diane at 631-751-7375.

• Christ Episcopal Church, 127 Barnum Ave., Port Jefferson seeks vendors for a Flea Market/Craft Fair to be held on Sept.

7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date is Sept.

14. Tables are provided. $50 indoors, $40 outdoors. For a vendor application and further details, call 631-689-1073.

• Nesconset Chamber of Commerce will host the Al Hornberger Nesconset Street Fair at the Nesconset Gazebo, 127 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset on Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Interested vendors may visit www.arcadia-production.com for an application. Call 631-974-5425 for further details.

• South Huntington Public Library, located at 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station has a call out for farmers market/flea market/art and craft vendors for its 6th annual Friends of the Library Fall Fair to be held on Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. rain or shine. Spots are $35 each.

Applications are available at www.shpl. info or by calling 631-549-4411.

• Yaphank Historical Society seeks craft and merchandise vendors for its annual Fall Yard Sale to be held on the grounds of the Robert Hawkins House, 4 Yaphank Ave., Yaphank on Sept. 21 from 9 to 4 p.m. Rain date is Sept. 22. Vendor fee is $10 for a 10×10 space payable on the day of the event.

No prior registration or payment required.

For further details, call 631-924-4803.

• Davis Town Meeting House Society seeks vendors for its Yard Sale & Craft Fair at the Davis House, 263 Middle Country Road, Coram on Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Rain date is Sept. 22. Fee is $25 per table. For an applications, call Maryanne at 631-8042256 or email:msiclaridouglas@yahoo.com.

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A unified pedagogical approach to ballet training, steeped in Russian tradition, serves as the basis for all instruction. Under the direction of Master Teacher Mde. Valia Seiskaya, Seiskaya Ballet’s experienced staff provides an unparalleled dance education in spacious professional facilities which feature modern composite flooring, air conditioning, plus audio, video and print libraries.

Our website at www.seiskaya.com provides information on current class schedules and fees, policies and procedures for registration plus contact information. Fall 2019 registration is now open. Seiskaya Ballet’s 2019 Nutcracker production is scheduled for six performances December 19-22 at Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts. This classical ballet rendition has earned praise from critics and audiences alike. Over the years Newsday reviewers have described Seiskaya’s Nutcracker as: “ENCHANTING,” “Polished,” “...child friendly - a storyteller’s Nutcracker...,” “...lavish... and ...sumptuous...”and “...A Seasoned Recipe For Holiday Cheer.”

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KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS

SBU’s van Nieuwenhuizen shares $3M for 43-year-old theory Harnessing the Technology of our Research Giants

BY DANIEL DUNAIEF Peter van Nieuwenhuizen was sitting at the kitchen table, paying an expensive dental bill, when he received an extraordinary phone call. After he finished the conversation, he shared the exciting news — he and his collaborators had won a Special Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics for work they’d done decades earlier — with his wife, Marie de Crombrugghe.

The prize, which is among the most prestigious in science, includes a $3 million award, which he will split with Dan Freedman, a retired professor from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Stanford University, and Sergio Ferrara from CERN. De Crombrugghe suggested he could use the money “for a whole new set of teeth,” if he chose.

Van Nieuwenhuizen, Freedman and Ferrara wrote a paper in 1976 that extended the work another famous physicist, Albert Einstein, had done. Einstein’s work in his theory of general relativity was incomplete in dealing with gravity.

Freedman, who was at Stony Brook University at the time, van Nieuwenhuizen and Ferrara tackled the math that would provide a theoretical framework to include a quantum theory of gravity, creating a field called supergravity.

After 43 years, “I didn’t expect” the prize at all, said van Nieuwenhuizen. It’s not only the financial reward but the “recognition in the field” that has been so satisfying to the physicist, who continues to teach as a Toll Professor in the Department of Physics at SBU at the age of 80.

“To have one’s work validated by great leaders has just been wonderful,” added Freedman, who worked at SBU through the 1980s until he left to join MIT. He treasures his years at Stony Brook.

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Freedman believes a seminal trip to Paris, where he discussed formative ideas that led to supergravity with Ferrara, was possible because of Stony Brook’s support.

The physics trio approached the problem of constructing a way to account for gravity by combining general relativity and particle physics, which were in two separate scientific communities at the time. Even the conferences between the two types of physics were separate.

Einstein’s theory of general relativity has infinities when scientists add quantum aspects to it.

As a result, it becomes an inconsistent theory. “Supergravity is not a replacement of Einstein’s theory, it is an extension or a completion if one is bold,” van Nieuwenhuizen explained.

The Stony Brook professor suggested that supergravity is an extension of general relativity just as complex numbers are an extension of real numbers. He added that it’s unlikely that there are other extensions of general relativity that theoretical physicists have yet to postulate.

Supergravity is “confirmed by its finiteness,” he said, adding that it suggests the existence of a gravitino, which is a partner to the graviton or the gravity-carrying boson. At this point, scientists haven’t found the gravitino.

“Enormous groups have been looking” for the gravitino, but, so far, “haven’t found a single one,” van Nieuwenhuizen said. The search for such a particle isn’t a “problem for me. That’s what experimental physicists must solve,” he said.

The work has already had implications for numerous other fields, including superstring theory, which attempts to provide a unified field theory to explain the

Peter van Nieuwenhuizen Photo from SBU interactions or mechanics of objects. Even if the search for a gravitino doesn’t produce such a particle, van Nieuwenhuizen suggested that supergravity still remains a “tool able to solve problems in physics and mathematics.”

Indeed, since the original publication about supergravity, over 11,000 articles have supergravity as a subject.

Collaborators and fellow physicists have reached out to congratulate the trio on winning the Special Breakthrough Prize, which counts the late Stephen Hawking among its previous winners.

The theoretical impact of supergravity “was huge,” said Martin Roček, a professor in the Department of Physics at Stony Brook who has known and worked with van Nieuwenhuizen for decades.

Whenever interest in the field wanes, Roček said, someone makes a new discovery that shows that supergravity is “at the center of many things.”

He added that the researchers are “very much deserving” of the award because the theory “offers such a rich framework for formulating and solving problems.”

Roček, who worked as a postdoctoral researcher in Hawking’s laboratory, said other researchers at Stony Brook are “all delighted” and they “hope some of the luster rubs off.”

Van Nieuwenhuizen’s legacy, which is intricately linked with supergravity, extends to the class-

room, where he has invested considerable time in teaching.

Van Nieuwenhuizen is a “wonderful teacher,” Roček said. Indeed, he received the Dean’s Award for Excellence in Graduate Teaching in 2010 based on teaching evaluations from graduate students. Roček has marveled at the way van Nieuwenhuizen prepares for his lectures, adding, “He doesn’t give deep statements and leave you bewildered. He explains things explicitly and he does a lot of calculations without being dull.”

Van Nieuwenhuizen recalled the exhilaration, and challenge, that came from publishing their paper in 1976. “We knew right away” that this was a seminal paper, he said. “The race was on to discover its consequences.”

Prior to the theory, the three could work in relative calm before the physics world followed up with more research. After their discovery, they knew the “happy, isolated life is over,” he said..

Van Nieuwenhuizen has no intention to retire from the field, despite the sudden funds from the prize, which is sponsored by Sergey Brin, Priscilla Chan, Mark Zuckerberg, Pony Ma, Yuri and Julia Milner and Anne Wojcicki.

“The idea that I would stop abhors me,” he said. “I wouldn’t know what on earth I would be doing. I consider it a privilege to give these courses, to work and be paid to do my hobby. It’s really unheard of.”

Horoscopes of the week VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22

Virgo, you may feel the need to be responsible for others over the course of the next few days. They can probably handle themselves, but a little help never hurt.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, if you have put a high level of trust into other people, you won’t be disappointed when they live up to all of your expectations. Take some time to thank them.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you may feel a desire to be fully understood by others this week. But they can only understand you if you’re open and honest with them. Be more forthcoming.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, you are alert and inspired this week, and you may be on a quest to expand your social circle. Go to community events or other social activities in your area.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, little financial uncertainty should compel you to take inventory or even revise spending habits.

Unforeseen circumstances can pop up.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 You may feel confused about your current situation in life, Aquarius. This may be the case if you’re comparing yourself to others. You’re actually doing quite well.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, innovative solutions are on the tip of your tongue. You just need to organize your ideas to present them to others.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, you may be feeling sociable this week. Make the most of opportunities to hang out with those people you prefer to spend time with regularly.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Your work will be a labor of love for someone special, Taurus. Even though you are doing it for generous reasons, give yourself ample time to breathe and unwind.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, your routine offers you comfort this week, but you may want to find some way to veer off course for a little bit. Who knows what waits around the bend?

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you may be worrying about things that are troubling you instead of enjoying time spent with friends. Enjoy time with loved ones and your troubles will subside.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Surround yourself with loved ones this week, Leo. You will take away much joy from these interactions. Do something fun and playful with siblings or cousins.

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MOVIE REVIEW

‘Blinded by the Light’ pays homage to The Boss

BY JEFFREY SANZEL

It is an unlikely premise. In 1987, 16-yearold Pakistani Javed Kahn (Viveik Kalra) finds solace and encouragement in the words and music of Bruce Springsteen. Javed rejects the music of his own generation for the earlier work of the New Jersey native. And yet, it is “inspired by a true story.” “Blinded the Light” is based on Sarfraz Manzoor’s memoir, “Greetings from Bury Park.” Manzoor co-wrote the screen play with director Gurinder Chadha and Paul Maydea Berges. The result is a mix of comedy, drama, fantasy and an unusual approach to the musical.

Growing up in Luton, England, Javed lives in a world plagued by racism, both small and large. Incidents involving the neo-Nazi National Front as well as the damage of Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher’s economic polices are very much present in his day-to-day life. Javed, who began keeping a diary at age 10, writes poetry as well as lyrics. His dreams are kept at bay by his very traditional father, Malik (Kulvinder Ghir).

Early in the film, Malik loses his factory job, sending the family into a financial tailspin. His hope is that Javed will go into a real profession

From left, Nell Williams, Aaron Phagura and Viveik Kalra in a scene from the film Photo courtesy of Warner Bros.

— doctor, lawyer, accountant — and is appalled and angered by Javed’s more esoteric hopes.

Introduced to the work of “The Boss” by a Sikh “dude,” Roops (an easygoing Aaron Phagura), Javed finds that Springsteen’s ideas speak directly to him. The songs are integrated throughout the film — sometimes as background, other times as actual numbers sung by the characters and occasionally shown through the lyrics circling in and out of Javed’s head. The result is mixed but makes its point. In addition to the title song, the film includes various versions of “I’ll Stand by You,” “Dancing in the Dark,”

“Badlands,” “Hungry Heart,” “Born to Run,” “Thunder Road” and “The River,” among others.

At heart, “Blinded by the Light” is the story of a young man trying to find his identity.

There is nothing complicated or deep about his struggle. Teenage angst has long been explored, and there is a distinctly John Hughes quality to much of the film. However, it is the darker and very real shades of prejudice that separate this from classic teen fare. The result is a twohour diversion that is both honest and charming if short on surprises. In the end, it manages to make some real statements about intolerance

and the power of the written word.

Much of this is due to Kalra’s endearing performance. Whether trying to navigate school, fighting with his traditional father, mooning over his crush — a rebellious Eliza (feisty Nell Williams) or trying to write lyrics for his friend’s, Matt (goofy-cool DeanCharles Chapman) band, Kalra brings a wideeyed reality, with every moment a discovery.

Ghir shows a father in real pain, a man caught between two worlds. As Javed’s mother, Noor, Meera Ganatra, displays quiet strength and compassion. In a few short scenes, David Hayman brings a deeply touching arc as the stand-offish neighbor Mr. Evans, a World War II veteran who is moved by Javed’s poetry.

Sometimes the material sways toward the obvious. His teacher, Ms. Clay (Hayley Atwell) is the standard trope of supportive educator. A scene with Eliza’s conservative parents has an almost sitcom feel to it. There is a slightly forced takeover of the school’s radio station. There is a strange scene where Javed and Roops sing to some racist hooligans.

On the other hand, there are surprising glimpses into worlds unknown, most notably a secret daytime dance hall for British Pakistani students. And sister Yasmeen’s (Tara Divina) wedding day is both vivid and jarring. And, always, Kalra’s sincere Javed is at the center.

Ultimately, the film presents an earnest hero in a sensitive and worthwhile coming-of-age story.

Rated PG-13, “Blinded by the Light” is now playing in local theaters.

Ringo Starr rocks Bald Hill

BY RUDY GRAY

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ir Ringo Starr brought the 30th edition of his All Starr Band to the Long Island Community Hospital Amphitheater at Bald Hill in Farmingville last Saturday night. The 2019 All Starr Band features Steve Lukather (Toto, guitar), Colin Hay (Men at Work, guitar), Gregg Rolie (Santana and Journey, keys), Warren Ham (sax), Gregg Bissonette (David Lee Roth band, drums) and Hamish Stuart (Average White Band, bass).

The sold-out crowd cheered as the All Starr Band took the stage, and as the first chords of “Matchbox” blasted through the sound system, Ringo jogged up on to the stage, flashing his trademark peace signs.

The crowd roared its welcome and reciprocated the former Beatles drummer’s gestures for peace with their own hands raised up high in the air.

Ringo, with his ever youthful exuberance, bounced along on the stage as he directed the crowd to sing along and raise their hands. The crowd obliged, albeit a bit shy early on in the set. After the first three songs, Ringo took a seat on his own drum kit while letting the All Starr Band take the mic for a few songs of their own.

While the crowd was enthused with the ASB’s contributions, especially with Men at Work’s Hay

and Toto’s Lukather, it was obvious who they came to see. When Ringo took back the spotlight for “Boys” (with Ringo on drums), “Don’t Pass Me By” (Ringo played the piano intro!) and “Yellow Submarine,” the crowd was all in for the sing-alongs and waving their arms collectively.

Ringo took the stage next for “You’re Sixteen,” and it was then as if every person in the venue believed they became 16 again as he crooned directly to each one of them, “You’re sixteen, you’re beautiful, and you’re mine.”

Everyone in the venue was on their feet for “Photograph” and “Act Naturally,” singing along to every word. Then the house lights came on as Ringo and his band began “With a Little Help From My Friends.” The fans belted their hearts out while Ringo did jumping jacks and clapped along with them.

The band played on as Ringo thanked the audience and told them “Peace and Love is the only way,” said good night and ran backstage. But wait − it’s not over! The band then segued into the chorus of “Give Peace a Chance,” and out came Ringo to join the band in singing, “All we are saying, is give peace a chance!” and then off he went again.

What an amazing end to a night full of positive energy. Ringo is right – “Peace and Love is the only way.”

Ringo Starr at last Saturday’s night performance By RGray Photography

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ARTIST OF THE MONTH

Above, ‘Maple Street’; left, ‘Window Watch’ Images from Peter Hahn

Peter Hahn

I am a realist painter with a focus on light, shadow, composition and abstract design. I try to simplify detail to create a more impressionistic feeling to my realism.

BY IRENE RUDDOCK

Peter Hahn has painted in watercolor for over 35 years. Known for his bold style with clean, luminous works that exhibit his mastery of the medium, the artist has shown his painting in exhibits in New York City, Long Island and Connecticut, winning awards in almost every show he ever enters. Locally, the Port Jefferson resident shows with the Setauket Artists, Gallery North, Deepwells Mansion, the Art League of Long Island and Guild Hall.

How did you get interested in painting?

At age 5, I was drawing Disney characters and learned drawing from John Gnagy’s “Learn to Draw” kit. Years later, when I was in high school with the late Joe Reboli (Reboli Center for Art and History), I found out that we both started with that same Gnagy drawing kit. I worked in linocuts and woodcuts for many years, but after a visit to Joe’s studio where I watched him paint, Joe encouraged me to stop woodcuts and to start working in watercolor.

Why do you prefer to work with watercolor?

I like the transparency and glow of watercolor on handmade paper. On location, called en plein air, it is quick to set up, not messy at all. All you need is water! I enjoy painting in oil and acrylics too, but I basically consider myself a watercolor painter.

You are known in Port Jefferson for years of volunteer work providing the art for the high school prom. Tell us about that.

Yes, when my daughter was a senior, my ex-wife volunteered me at a prom meeting to become the head of design and construction!

Designing the prom was such an exhilarating challenge. I loved the camaraderie that all the volunteers developed using acrylic house paint to cover 10,000 square feet of cardboard and plywood.

What was your favorite prom theme?

My favorite theme was Manhattan Magic.

I walked all over the city to get my inspiration. We painted a 36-foot by 96-foot piece of plywood for the whole skyline of Manhattan!

I designed, and the construction team built, a replica of the 59th Street Bridge for the students to walk over to enter the prom.

The lobby was Central Park, the gym was the theater district and the food court was

Sardi’s and Tavern on the Green. Every year we came up with a new theme!

I learned that you are contributing a painting to Mather Hospital’s new wing.

Tell us about that.

Because the theme for the new wing is Wonders of Nature, I intend to paint a Niagara Falls view with acrylic on plywood.

I am in awe of the majesty of the falls, so I hope this “natural wonder” will create a healing effect for cancer patients.

I know that you follow many artists of the past, often traveling to visit their homes or museums that display their work. Who are the artist you most admire?

My role models are Winslow Homer, John Singer Sargent, Edward Hopper and Andrew Wyeth. I learned watercolor techniques such as color lifting, dry and wet brush and mixing colors from Homer. I was thrilled to see Homer’s paintings in person at

the 150th anniversary exhibit of his birth at Yale. From Sargent, I learned his technique of painting with one stroke to create something so the painting is not overworked. Hopper inspired me to have an abstract design to my realism. Finally, I was fascinated by Wyeth’s egg tempura techniques and studied one of my favorite paintings “The Night Sleeper.”

Here the incredible light came only from the moon. All these and other artists inspire me to stay loose and impressionistic.

You paint many commissions. How difficult is it for you to interpret and then create what the person envisions?

By getting to know them and talking to them I get to understand their desires. Often my clients give me a series of photographs and I make detailed sketches before I begin.

Can you give us an example of commissions that you painted that met yours and the person’s goals?

Yes, one was a triptych on 300-pound, fullsized watercolor paper depicting a panoramic view of Port Jefferson. Another is a view of Mount Misery Point in Port Jefferson.

I understand you recently retired. How do you intend to spend your time?

I hope to paint as much as possible and perhaps to teach a few classes.

What is the best advice you can give a student about the art of watercolor?

I would say study all the books you can get on watercolor technique and watch videos by artists such as Tom Lynch. Go to museums to become inspired! Keep doing quick sketches en plein air. If interested in my work or my future classes, you may reach me at peterenpleinair@aol.com or call or text me at 631-433-3721.

See more of the artist’s work at www.tbrnewsmedia.com.

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• Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce is looking for vendors for its 2019 Family Fun Day at the Chamber Train Car Park in Port Jefferson Station on Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free tables for members. To view an application, visit www.pjstchamber.com.

Deadline to apply is Sept. 14. Call 631821-1313 for more info.

• St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, 90 Edgewater Ave., Smithtown will hold its annual Fall Festival and Craft Fair on Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fee is $45 for a 10×10 space. Interested craft and new merchandise vendors can call 631-2654520 or visit www.stthomasofcanterbury. net for an application.

• St. James Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its 32nd annual St. James Day on Oct. 6 starting at 11 a.m. along Lake Avenue in St. James. 10×10 spaces are available for $150. Call 631-584-8510 or visit www. stjameschamber.org.

• Town of Brookhaven welcomes vendors to its 15th annual Building Business in Brookhaven EXPO networking and business trade show on Oct. 10 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. $125 for full table. Call 631-4516563 to register.

• Huntington Township Chamber of Commerce hosts the Long Island Fall Festival 2019 at Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington from Oct. 11 to 14. Interested food and merchandise vendors can visit www.lifallfestival.com to download an application.

Call 631-423-6100 for further information.

• Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket seeks makers, artisans and crafters for its annual Harvest Festival on Oct. 19 and 20 from noon to 4 p.m. $50 per day, $80 for weekend for a 10×10 spot. Call 631-689-8172 or email folks@ bennersfarm.com.

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BUSINESS NEWS

Comings and goings

RIBBON CUTTING

Staller Center welcomes new marketing director

The Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting for The East End Shirt Company, 3 Mill Creek Road, Port Jefferson in celebration of its 40th anniversary on Aug. 16. Family, friends, staff, customers and chamber members were present for the momentous occasion.

GPJCC First VP Stuart Vincent presented owner Mary Joy Pipe with a plaque in honor of “East End Shirt Company’s outstanding contributions and commitment to the Incorporated Village of Port Jefferson and the business community.”

On behalf of the Village of Port Jefferson and Mayor Margot Garant, Trustee Kathianne Snaden presented Pipe with a proclamation that described her as a loyal, dedicated, hardworking merchant partner who has been a member of the Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce for many years as well as an active participant of the Port Jefferson Retailers Association and is always serving the greater good of the community.

“We are very proud to have you as part of our village and here’s to 40 more,” said Snaden.

The celebration continued on Aug. 17 with a block party along Mill Creek Road featuring games, music, face painting and a car show by the Long Island Volkswagen Club.

For more information, call 631-4732093 or visit www.eastendco.com.

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts recently welcomed Samantha Clink as its new marketing director, a position held for 17 years

by Julie Rulon Greene before her retirement in May. Clink was the Paul W. Zuccaire gallery associate for 3.5 years and later joined the Marketing & Communications at Stony Samantha Clink Brook Medicine team Photo from SBU as the social media manager/producer.

“We are thrilled to have Samantha back at the Staller Center to spearhead our marketing efforts and utilize her extensive digital marketing experience to help take us to the next level,” said Director Alan Inkles.

Kmart in Farmingville to close

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Huntington Hospital has been ranked the No. 1 community hospital in New York State (12th overall) and No. 14 in the New York metro region, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2019-20 Best Hospitals. In addition, the hospital achieved a national ranking (tied for 48th) for orthopedics.

“We are extremely proud that Huntington Hospital has been recognized as one of the best in New York State and for having received a national ranking for the hospital’s orthopedics program based on our performance in orthopedic surgery and other musculoskeletal issues and injuries,” said Dr. Nick Fitterman, Huntington executive director. “This prestigious recognition reflects the highest quality of patient care provided by our dedicated physicians, nurses and support staff.”

Kmart in Farmingville is scheduled to shutter its doors this fall. Transform Holdco LLC, the Illinois-based company that acquired Kmart and Sears in June, cited economic reasons for the closure of the discount retail store at 2280 N. Ocean Ave. A total of 91 employees will be affected.

“After careful review, we have made the difficult but necessary decision to close the Kmart in Farmingville. Liquidation sales are expected to begin later this month and the store is planned to close between late October and late November,” Transform Holdco said in a statement.

“We will continue to evaluate our network of Sears and Kmart stores and cannot rule out additional store closures in the near term.

Our goal remains to return the company to profitability and preserve as many jobs as possible in the communities we serve.”

After the Farmingville closing, two Kmarts, Bridgehampton and Bohemia, remain.

Burlington heads to Commack

From left, Scooter, sergeant at arms/event coordinator BAH; Linda Alagna, BAH treasurer; Briana Taylor, executive director of Mercy Center Ministries; Lisa Goodfield, BAH president; and Lisa Ann Bouchard Cordovano, BAH vice president. Photo from Briana Taylor CHECK PRESENTATION

On Aug. 14, Bikers Against Heroin (BAH), a Medford-based organization committed to education and awarenss of the heroin problem on Long Island, presented a check in the amount of $4,000 to Mercy Center Ministries in Patchogue. The money, which was raised during a Run From the Needle bike run fundraiser on July 14, will benefit Mercy Center’s three local Suffolk shelters serving 16- to 23-year-old homeless young women and women with children. Both organizations strive to make their communities stronger and safer by providing essential services to people who find themselves in crisis. For more information, call 631-790-5963.

A new Burlington store is scheduled to open in Commack this fall. The new store will be located at the Veterans Memorial Plaza on 108 Veterans Memorial Highway in space formerly occupied by Toys R Us and Babies R Us. Formerly known as Burlington Coat Factory, Burlington has 631 stores around the country. In addition to coats, the store sells clothing, toys, footwear, furniture, home decor and gifts. The Commack store will join Suffolk County locations in Stony Brook and Patchogue.

“We are thrilled to open a new Burlington in Commack,” said Tom Kingsbury, CEO and chairman, Burlington Stores.

“This new location brings jobs to the community and provides a great shopping experience for the entire family.”

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Times ... and dates

Thursday 22 Greek Festival

Opa! Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption, 430 Sheep Pasture Road, Port Jefferson presents its 58th annual Greek Festival today from 5 to 10 p.m., Aug. 23 from 5 to 11 p.m., Aug. 24 from 1 to 11 p.m. and Aug. 25 from 1 to 10 p.m. with vendors, authentic Greek delights, dancing, music, carnival rides and giant raffle. Fireworks will be held on Aug. 23 and 24. Call 473-0829 or visit www.portjeffgreekfest.com. See more in sidebar on page B19.

Aug. 22 to Aug. 29, 2019

The Village of Port Jefferson will host a Harborside concert at the Port Jeff Ferry dock featuring Zac Brown tribute band, ZBTB, and Southbound with line dancing at 7 p.m. Free. Bring seating.

Call 473-4724 or visit www.portjeff.com.

Celebrate St. James closes out its Sunday Nights at the Gazebo series at the Gazebo on Lake Avenue, St. James with a performance by Six Gun (country)with line dancing from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Bring seating. Free. Call 862-6198 or visit www. celebratestjames.org.

Greek Festival See Aug. 22 listing.

Musical Moments in Kings Park

The Kings Park Civic Association continues its Musical Moments concert series at Russ Savatt Park, 14 Main St., Kings Park with Santana tribute band, Soul Mantra, at 7:30 p.m. Bring seating.

Free. Weather permitting. Call 516-319-0672.

Tribute to John Denver

Back by popular demand, John Denver tribute artist Ted Vigil returns to Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson in concert at 8 p.m. Enjoy all the hits including “Annie’s Song,” “Take Me Home, Country Roads,” “Calypso” and “Rocky Mountain High.” Tickets are $55. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

Stand-Up Comedy in the Cafe

Comedian Matthew Broussard heads to the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for Stand-Up Comedy in the Sky Room Cafe at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $17, $13 members. Visit www. cinemaartscentre.org.

Friday Night Face Off

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will * All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

Thai Fair

Sunday Nights at the Gazebo

Friday 23

The Northport Arts Coalition continues its annual Happenings on Main Street concert series at the Northport Village Park Patio at Northport Harbor at 7 p.m. Featured artist TBD – Directors choice.

Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Weather permitting. Free. Call 827-6827 or 796-7613.

Flowerfield Fairgrounds, Route 25A, St. James hosts a Car Show and Swap Meet by Long Island Cars from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. View show cars from the ’50s, ’60s and ’70s, antiques and muscle cars with live music by the Fugitives, food and more.

Rain date is Sept. 1. Admission is $9 adults, ages 11 and under free. Call 567-5898.

Frank Melville Memorial Park, 1 Old Field Road, Setauket welcomes the community to a Wind Down Sundays concert at the Red Barn featuring One Step Ahead (R&B, reggae, rock and pop classics) at 5:30 p.m. Bring seating. Free. Call 689-6146.

The East Coast ultimate Beach Boys tribute band, Endless Summer, heads to Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson at 8 p.m. Enjoy all the timeless hits and catchy tunes that still pack a punch. Tickets are $45. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

Happenings on Main Street

Car Show and Swap Meet

Wind Down Sundays

Tribute to the Beach Boys

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, 1 Bungtown Road, Cold Spring Harbor will present a piano concert in the Grace Auditorium featuring the piano duo of Jiayin Shen & Igor Lovchinsky at 6 p.m.

Admission is $20 at the door. Call 516-367-8800.

See Aug. 24 listing.

Vajiradhammapadip Buddhist Temple, 110 Rustic Road, Centereach hosts a Thai Fair from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with Thai food, music and a dance show. $5 per person, children 12 and under are free. Call 471-8006 or visit www.vajira.org.

Harborside concert

Piano concert at CSHL

Country Fair & Craft Show

View custom and collectible cars like this 1941 Plymouth Woody Wagon at a Car Show and Swap Meet hosted by Long Island Cars at Flowerfield in St. James on Aug. 25. Photo from Long Island Cars

Monday 26 Alaska Travel Adventures

host Friday Night Face Off, Long Island’s longest running Improv Comedy Show, on the Second Stage from 10:30 p.m. to midnight. $15 per person. Cash only. For ages 16 and up. Call 9289100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

Saturday 24 Greek Festival See Aug. 22 listing.

Caumsett hike

Join the staff at Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington for a History Hike from 9:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. During this 6-mile walk through the park, stops will be made to discuss some spots of historic interest. Bring lunch and drinking water. Adults only. $4 per person. Advance registration required by calling 423-1770.

Country Fair & Craft Show

Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead will host its 39th annual Country Fair & Craft Show today and Aug. 25 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come celebrate the rich folk arts and agricultural traditions of the community with over 50 vendors, demonstrations, music, museum tours, children’s activities and much more. Admission is $8 adults, $5 children ages 5 to 12. Call 298-5292.

Family Fun Day

Setauket United Methodist Church, 160 Main St., Setauket invites the community to a Family Fun Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a watermelon eating contest, bounce house, cotton candy, sand

art, parachute, playground and storytime. Come down and join the fun! There will be goody bags for the kids while supplies last. Call 941-4167.

Living History Tours

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will present Living History Tours at the mansion today and Aug. 25 at regular intervals between noon and 3:30 p.m. Guides in costume as family members and household staff tell stories of the Vanderbilt family and its famous guests. $10 plus general admission. Call 854-5579.

Country Night at the Farm

The Farmingville Fire Department, 780 Horseblock Road, Farmingville presents its 2nd annual Country Night at the Farm from 5:30 to 10 p.m.

With music by Southbound and line dancing.

Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Call 732-6611.

Long Island Comedy Festival

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson hosts the 14th annual Long Island Comedy Festival at 8 p.m. Celebrate the art of live stand-up comedy!

Line-up includes Daren Dillon, Megan Friend, Goumba Johnny, Joe DeVito, Tom Daddario and Rob Falcone. Hosted by Paul Anthony. Tickets are $45. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www. theatrethree.com.

Sunday 25 Greek Festival See Aug. 22 listing.

Chris Paparo of Fish Guy Photos will discuss his multiple trips to Tanaku Lodge in Elfin Cove, Alaska at Northport Public Library, 151 Laurel Ave., Northport at 7 p.m. Open to all. Call 261-6930.

Tuesday 27

Tribute to the Beatles

Downtown Rocky Point summer concerts continue at St. Anthony of Padua R.C. Church, 614 Route 25A, Rocky Point with Mike DelGuidice celebrating the music of Billy Joel and more at 7 p.m. Bring seating. Free. Call 854-1600.

Wednesday 28

Ötzi the Iceman Museum Tour

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory’s DNA Learning Center, 334 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor will present a tour of the Ötzi the Iceman exhibition led by one of its staff educators from 10 to 11 a.m. Hear the story of Europe’s oldest mummy and find out what the center has learned about Neolithic times from studying Ötzi’s body, clothing and tools. $6 per person. Advance registration required by visiting www.cshl.edu/events. Call 516-367-5170 for further details.

Sunset Concerts in Port Jeff

The Greater Port Jefferson Northern Brookhaven Arts Council closes out its annual Summer Concerts at Harborfront Park, 101-A East Broadway, Port Jefferson with Gene Casey and The Lone Sharks (rhythm and twang) from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Dogs welcome. Bring seating. Call 473-5220.

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Northport Summerfest

The Northport Chamber of Commerce presents a Summerfest concert featuring Santana tribute band Milagro at the Robert W. Krueger Bandshell in Northport Village Park at 7:30 p.m. Bring seating. Call 754-3905.

Thursday 29 An evening of jazz

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will welcome the 17-piece big band Interplay Jazz Orchestra in concert at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 adults, $20 seniors, $15 students, $10 children, children under age 5 free. Call 751-1895 or www.thejazzloft.org.

Theater

Summer Shakespeare Festival

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport and The Carriage House Players continue their 31st annual Summer Shakespeare Festival with “Julius Caesar” through Sept.

1. Performances are held on the mansion courtyard stage on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children. To order, call 516-557-1207 or visit www.carriagehouseplayers.org.

‘Saturday Night Fever’

Kicking off its 2019-20 season, the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will present “Saturday Night Fever The Musical” now extended through Sept. 1. Based on the 1977 blockbuster film, “Saturday Night Fever” whisks you back to the 1970s, when open shirts, bell-bottoms and disco were all the rage. Featuring music by the Bee Gees, including “Stayin’ Alive,” “How Deep Is Your Love” and many more. Call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com for tickets.

between good and evil is fought when the brilliant Dr. Jekyll’s medical experiment backfires, giving life to Edward Hyde, his evil alter ego, featuring the hit songs, “This Is the Moment” and “Someone Like You.” Contains adult themes and situations. Tickets are $35 adults, $28 seniors and students, $20 children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Twelve Angry Jurors’

Minstrel Players, Houghton Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 30 Main St., Northport presents Reginald Rose’s “Twelve Angry Jurors” on Oct. 18 and 19 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 20 at 3 p.m. A young teenage boy is accused of murdering his father; the evidence is so convincing that almost everyone believes it to be an open and shut case of guilty ... almost everyone. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. To order, call 750-3417 or visit www.theminstrelplayersinc.org.

Film

‘The Upside’

North Shore Public Library presents two screenings of “The Upside” starring Kevin Hart and Bryan Cranston on Aug. 28 at 2 p.m. and again at 6:30 p.m. Rated PG-13. Open to all. No registration necessary. Call 929-4488.

‘Best of Enemies’

Catch a screening of “Best of Enemies” starring Sam Rockwell at the Port Jefferson Free Library, 100 Thompson St., Port Jefferson on Aug. 23 at 2 p.m. No registration necessary. Open to all. Call 473-0022.

‘Kusama: Infinity’

Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen the documentary “Kusama: Infinity” about the life of artist Yayoi Kusama on Aug. 24 at noon. For decades, the work of Yayoi Kusama

pushed boundaries that often alienated her from both her peers and those in power in the art world.

With the trauma of growing up in Japan during World War II, life in a dysfunctional family that discouraged her creative ambitions, sexism and racism in the art establishment, mental illness in a culture where that was particularly shameful, Kusama continues to pursue and be devoted to her art as she approaches her 90s. Screening will be followed by a discussion with a panel of mental health professionals and reception, an art exhibit, music and more. Tickets are $17, $12 members.

Visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

New York Dog Film Festival

Celebrate man’s best friend on International Dog Day with a one-time screening of the New York Dog Film Festival at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington on Aug. 26 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $17, $12 members. Visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

‘Free Solo’

Join Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 510 Sweet Hollow Road, Melville for a screening of “Free Solo,” the portrait of free soloist climber Alex Honnold, as he prepares to climb the 3,200foot El Capitan in Yosemite National Park … without a rope, on Aug. 28 at 6:30 p.m. Followed by a discussion led by librarian Chris Garland. Refreshments will be served. Open to all. Call 421-4535.

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‘Menopause The Musical’

The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 East Main St., Smithtown closes its 2018-19 season with the hilarious comedy, “Menopause The Musical” from Sept. 5 to Oct. 27. Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra AND memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats and more. Set to classic tunes from the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s, the musical parody will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles. Tickets are $40, $36 seniors. Call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

Yayoi Kusama in a scene from Kusama: Infinity Photo courtesy of Magnolia Pictures

‘Sunset Boulevard’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will present Andrew Lloyd Webber’s masterwork, “Sunset Boulevard,” from Sept. 12 to Oct. 27. Impoverished screen writer Joe Gillis stumbles upon faded, silent-screen goddess Norma Desmond’s mansion on Sunset Boulevard and is persuaded to work on Norma’s “masterpiece.”

Features the much-loved score including “With One Look,” “As If We Never Said Goodbye” and “Perfect Year.” Tickets range from $75 to $80 with free valet parking. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson kicks off its 2019-20 season with “Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical” from Sept. 14 to Oct. 26. The epic battle

Photo by Kevin Redding

Port Jeff Greek Festival celebrates 58th year

Lovers of all things Greek will gather at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption in Port Jefferson when the church kicks off it 58th annual Greek Festival on Aug. 22.

This year’s event will feature carnival rides, traditional dance performances, live music, face painting, games, church tours, vendors and culinary delights.

Authentic Greek dishes such as gyros, moussaka, tiropita, souvlaki and spanakopita will be served up, along with sweet desserts such as melomakarona, galaktoboureko, kourabiedes, koulourakia, baklava and loukoumades, a fried dough pastry favorite.

The Hellenic Dance Troupe and the church’s Youth Dance Troupe, Rhythmos, will perform on the weekend, and a fireworks show will be held on Friday and Saturday night, weather permitting.

One of the main attractions at the festival is the over-the-top sweepstakes that the church holds. This year 300 prizes will be awarded from cars — a 2019 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 W4 is first prize — to a trip to Greece for two, Giants and Yankees tickets; a 15-inch laptop; gift cards; and much more. Tickets for the sweepstakes are $100 each, limited to 4,499 tickets — meaning that one out of 15 will win a prize. The drawing will be held on Aug. 27 at 7 p.m.

The festival will take place, rain or shine, on Aug. 22 from 5 to 10 p.m., Aug. 23

from 5 to 11 p.m., Aug. 24 from 1 to 11 p.m. and Aug. 25 from 1 to 10 p.m. Admission is $2 per

IN SUPPORT OF MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS On Saturday, Aug. 24 at noon, the Cinema Arts Centre in Huntington will host the inaugural event for the SEA of Visibility movement with a screening of the documentary film, ‘Kusama: Infinity,’ detailing the life of artist Yayoi Kusama followed by a discussion with a range of mental health experts and art teachers. An inspiring art installation, music and comic entertainment will also be featured at the event.

person, and children under 12 can attend for free. A shuttle service will be available from Ward Melville High School to the church on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Raffle tickets may be purchased online at www.portjeffgreekfest.com.

The Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption is located at 430 Sheep Pasture Road, Port Jefferson. For more information, call the church office at 631-473-0894.

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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 10:30 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.

Men’s Prayer Group Wednesdays at 7 pm A Catholic Church of the Eastern Rite under the Eparchy of Passaic.

Catholic ST. GERARD MAJELLA ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

300 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station 631–473–2900 www.stgmajella.org REV. GREGORY RANNAZZISI, PASTOR Mass: Saturday 5:00pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am & 11:00am Weekday Mass: 9:00am Confessions: Saturday 4:00-4:45 or by appointment Baptism and Wedding arrangements can be made by calling the Parish Office Thrift Shop: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm Saturday 10am-2pm

INFANT JESUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

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110 Myrtle Ave., Port Jefferson, NY 11777 631-473-0165 • Fax 631-331-8094 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

Holy Matrimony: Contact Parish Office at least six months in advance of desired date.

Religious Education: Contact 631-744-9515 Parish Outreach: Contact 631-209-0325 Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School: Contact 631-473-1211.

ST. JAMES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

Congregational

429 Rt. 25A, Setauket, NY 11733 Phone: 631–941–4141 • Fax: 631–751–6607 Parish Office email: parish@stjamessetauket.org Mission Statement: Formed as the Body of Christ through the waters of Baptism, we are Beloved daughters and sons of the Father. We, the Catholic community of the Three Village area, are a pilgrim community on Camino-journeying toward the fullness of the Kingdom of God, guided by the Holy Spirit. Nurtured by the Eucharist and formed by the Gospel, we strive to respond to Jesus’ Invitation to be faithful and fruitful disciples; to be a Good Samaritan to (our) neighbor and enemy; so 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. JOHN FITZGERALD, IN RESIDENCE Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am - 4pm; Sat. 9 am - 2 pm Weekday Masses: Monday – Saturday 8:00 am Weekend Masses: Saturday (Vigil) 5:00 pm (Youth) Sunday 8:00am, 9:30 am (family), 11:30 am (choir) Baptisms: Contact the Office at the end of the third month (pregnancy) to set date Matrimony: contact the office at least 9 months before desired date Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:00 – 4:45 pm or by appointment Anointing Of The Sick: by request Bereavement: 631- 941-4141 x 341 Faith Formation Office: 631- 941-4141 x 328 Outreach: 631- 941-4141 x 313 Our Lady of Wisdom Regional School: 631- 473-1211 Our Daily Bread Sunday Soup Kitchen 3 pm

ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

75 New York Avenue, Sound Beach, N.Y. 11789 Parish Office: 631-744-8566; FAX 631-744-8611 Parish Website: www.stlouisdm.org Office Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs.: 9 am to 5 pm Wednesday: 9 am to 8 pm; Friday: 9 am to 4 pm; Saturday: 9 am to 1 pm; Closed on Sunday Mission Statement: To proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ’s love through our active involvement as a parish family in works of Charity, Faith, Worship, Justice and Mercy. ALL ARE WELCOME! No matter what your present status is in the Catholic Church. No matter your family situation. No matter your practice of faith. No matter your personal history, age or background. YOU are invited, respected and loved at St. Louis de Montfort.

REV. MSGR. CHRISTOPHER J. HELLER, PASTOR REV. LENNARD SABIO, ASSOCIATE PASTOR REV. MSGR. DONALD HANSON, IN RESIDENCE REV. FRANCIS PIZZARELLI, S.M.M., PARISH ASSISTANT REV. HENRY VAS, PARISH ASSISTANT Weekday Masses: Monday through Friday: 8:30 am in the Chapel Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil: 5 pm Sunday: 7:30 am; 9:00 am; 10:30 am; 12 noon.

Baptisms: Most Sundays at 1:30 pm.

Please contact Parish Office for an appointment.

Reconciliation: Sat.: 4-4:45 pm or by appointment.

Anointing of the Sick: by request.

MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai • 631–473–1582 www.msucc.org • REV. PHILIP HOBSON “No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here” No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, we invite you to worship with us in our judgement-free sacred space. Come experience our tradition, where freedom of thought and exchange of ideas are encouraged and celebrated. Join us as we put our Christian values into practice, following the example of Jesus, by caring for our neighbors near and far, as they suffer food insecurity, homelessness, political and domestic violence, gender discrimination and other injustices. We know it is God who put the wiggle in the children, so bring them with you so they can participate in worship and in our lively Sunday School program. Service and Sunday School on Sundays at 10:00 AM. Meditative service at 8:30 AM on Sundays.

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 Sunday Holy Eucharist: 8 and 9:30 am All Souls now offers a 30 minute Inter-Faith Service every Wednesday Morning at 7:00 AM 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.

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 email: office@carolinechurch.net • 631–941–4245 Thursday Noon: H.E. and Healing Service Saturday Service: 5 pm Sunday Services: 8 am - Rite I • 10 am - Rite II 10am Camp Caroline Call 631-941-4245 for registration.

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 Friends on Mondays at 5:00 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.

ST. JAMES EPISCOPAL CHURCH

490 North Country Road, St. James, NY 11780 We are a friendly community church, and we welcome everyone to join us to worship, learn, serve, share, and have fun!

631-584-5560 www.stjamesstjames.org Parish Office email: stjamesc@optonline.net THE REV. DAVID GABLE, INTERIM PRIEST Sunday Holy Eucharist: 8 a.m. (Rite I) and 9:30 a.m. (Rite II, with music) Prayers for healing after 9:30 worship Children welcome at all services: religious formation offered for all levels, including Godly Play.

Active Choir, Altar Guild, Lay Eucharist Ministry, Fellowship and Bible Study programs.

Where is God calling us?

To Grow in faith through Scripture and prayer, To build relationships in Christ, To serve one another and the world.

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

“To know Christ and to make Him known” REV. DUNCAN A. BURNS, RECTOR ALEX PRYRODNY, ORGANIST & MUSIC DIRECTOR 12 Prospect St, Huntington ● (631) 427-1752 On Main St. next to the Library www.stjohnshuntington.org ● LIKE us on Facebook Sunday Worship: 8:00 am – Rite I Holy Eucharist 10:00 am – Rite II Choral Holy Eucharist Thrift Shop Open Tuesdays & Thursdays - Noon to 3 pm Saturdays - 10am to 3 pm Come, shop our summer sale!

All are Welcome!

Evangelical THREE VILLAGE CHURCH

To Know Christ and To Make Him Known 322 Main Street, East Setauket www.3vc.org • 631-941–3670 LEAD PASTOR JOSH MOODY Sunday Worship Schedule: 9:15 am: Worship Service, Sunday School (Pre-K–5TH grade), Nursery 10:30 am: Bagels & Coffee 11:00 am: Worship Service, Nursery, We Offer Weekly Teen Programs, Small Groups, Women’s & Men’s Bible Studies, Alpha, Stephen Ministry, Faith Preschool For Ages 3 & 4, Mommy & Me, Join Us As We Celebrate 60 Years Of Proclaiming The Good News Of Jesus Christ!

To be listed in the Religious Directory please call

631–751–7663

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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 - Divine Liturgy 10 Am Services Conducted In Both Greek & English* Books Available To Follow In English* Sunday Catechism School, 10 Am - 11 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*

Jewish CHABAD AT STONY BROOK

“Judaism With A Smile” 360 Nicolls Road, East Setauket Next To Fire Dept.

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 Chabad At Stony Brook University – Rabbi Adam & Esther Stein

EAST NORTHPORT JEWISH CENTER

328 Elwood Road, East Northport 631-368-6474 • www.ENJC.org RABBI IAN SILVERMAN Shabbat Services every Friday evening and Saturday morning. Daily evening minyan and Sunday morning minyan Newly revamped religious school • Experiential learning for children ages 5-13 • Dynamic Teachers Family Services Monthly Tot Shabbat • Youth Group • Adult Education Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Community Service Sisterhood • Men’s Club Complimentary First Year Dues for New Members A warm, spiritual, cultural & social Jewish Community “The Haimish Shul”

KEHILLAT CHOVEVEI TZION

764 Route 25A, Setauket (At The Old Victoria House) Mail: P.O. Box 544, E. Setauket, NY 11733 631-689-0257 (leave a message & you’ll get a call back) Visit Us At: www.kct.org.

We Are A Traditional Conservative Congregation, Run Entirely By Our Members. We Have Services every Shabbat And All Jewish Holidays, Along With Other Community Activities, With Participation Opportunities For All Jews.

Join Us Shabbat Morning And You’ll Get A Warm Welcome! KCT - An Old Fashioned Friendly Shul

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NORTH SHORE JEWISH CENTER

385 Old Town Rd., Port Jefferson Station 631-928–3737 • www.northshorejewishcenter.org RABBI AARON BENSON • CANTOR DANIEL KRAMER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MARCIE PLATKIN PRINCIPAL HEATHER WELKES YOUTH DIRECTOR JEN SCHWARTZ Services: Friday At 8 Pm; Saturday At 9:15 am Daily Morning And Evening Minyan- Call For Times.

Tot Shabbat • Family Services • Sisterhood • Men’s Club • Seniors’ Club Youth Group • Continuing Ed • Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Judaica Shop Food Pantry • Lecture Series • Jewish Film Series NSJC JEWISH LEARNING CENTER RELIGIOUS SCHOOL Innovative Curriculum And Programming For Children Ages 5-13 Imagine A Synagogue That Feels Like Home!

Come Connect With Us On Your Jewish Journey.

Member United Synagogue Of Conservative Judaism

TEMPLE ISAIAH (REFORM)

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 PAUL SIDLOFSKY • CANTOR MARCEY WAGNER 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

Lutheran–ELCA 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: office@hopelutheran.com Website: www.hopeluth.com Holy Communion Is Celebrated Every Weekend Summer Schedule: Sundays at 8:30 and 10:30 am Vacation Bible School: August 12-26 Drama Camp: August 19-23 Monday-Friday 9 am - 3 pm Sunday Services Are Live-Streamed Through Our “Friends Of Hope Lutheran Church” Facebook Group.

Sermons are posted on Youtube.com at “Pastor Richard O Hill” Welcome Sunday is September 8th featuring a special children’s program from 11-12 followed by a family barbeque hosted by the Men’s Fellowship.

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

309 Patchogue Road, Port Jefferson Station 631-473-2236 REV. PAUL A. DOWNING PASTOR E-mail: Pastor pauldowning@yahoo.com Pastor’s cell: 347–423–1523 Summer Services: Sunday Mornings at 9:30am Holy Communion Coffee Fellowship Hour on Lawn after service Friday Morning 10:30am-Power of Prayer Hour Free meal provided to the community on Sunday at 1:00pm and Wednesday at 5:45pm provided by Welcome Friends

Join Us For Any Service--All Are Welcome We are celebrating our second century of service to the Port Jefferson Area.

Lutheran–LCMS MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH

Messiah Preschool & Day Care 465 Pond Path, East Setauket 631-751–1775 • www.messiahny.com PASTOR STEVE UNGER We welcome all to join us for worship & fellowship.

It would be wonderful to have you with us.

Summer Worship Services: 9:30 am with Holy Communion beginning May 26 We have NYS Certified Preschool & Day Care

Methodist BETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

33 Christian Ave/ PO 2117, 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

ST. JAMES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

532 Moriches Road, St. James 11780-1316 REV. PRINCE DONKOR, PASTOR 631-584-5340 Sunday Service and Sunday School at 10 am Tuesday Evening is Prayer Group at 7:30 pm Wednesday Morning Bible Study at 7:30 am Wednesday Afternoon Bible Study at 1 pm Wednesday Evening Choir Practice at 7:30 pm AA Ministry Every Monday and Wednesday Evenings at 6:30 pm Open Hearts Open Minds

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

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 Celebrating and Sharing the love of God since 1660.

The Rev. Kate Jones Calone, Interim Pastor The Rev. Ashley McFaul-Erwin, Community Outreach Pastor www.setauketpresbyterian.org Email: setauketpresbyterian@verizon.net Sunday Worship: at 9:30 a.m. (childcare available) Summer Sunday School “The Un-bee-lievable Buzz at SPC” at 9:45 a.m.

Outreach Ministries: Open Door Exchange Ministry: Furnishing homes...Finding hope www.facebook.com/welcomefriendssoupkitchen Welcome Friends 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.

Quakers RELIGIOUS SOCIETY OF FRIENDS

4 Friends Way, St. James 631–928-2768 • www.cbquakers.org Worship Sundays: Sept. - June 11 am , July - Aug. 10:00 am We gather in silent worship seeking God • the Inner Light • Spirit. We are guided by the Quaker testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship. Weekly coffee and fellowship, monthly discussions, Religious Education for children.

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.

Unity UNITY CHURCH OF HUNTINGTON

203 East Pulaski Rd., Huntington Sta. 631–385–7180 • www.unityhuntingtonny.org email: unitychurchny@yahoo.com FB & YouTube: Unity Church of Healing Light REV. SABA MCHUNGUZI, MINISTER Sunday Service - 11:30 am - 12:30 pm (Sign Language Interpreter) Sunday school for children and youth 3-17 years old Wednesday Prayer Group - 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 pm We believe that everyone is a child of God and entitled to live a fulfilling and productive life. We teach spiritual principles, such as affirmative prayer, the power of thought and the law of attraction (LOA).

We celebrate a diverse fellowship where everyone finds acceptance. We are a member of Unity Worldwide Ministries and affiliated with the Daily Word devotional booklet, and Silent Unity.

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KIDS KORNER

PHOTO OF THE WEEK

A perennial favorite, ‘The Wizard of Oz’ returns to the Engeman Theater in Northport on Sept. 28.

Programs

Photo by Jennifer Tully/Engeman Theater 2018

Theater

Build a Bug House ‘Butterflies ... flowers that fly and all but sing.’ − Robert Frost Bill Pollack of East Setauket snapped this stunning photo in his backyard with a Samsung Galaxy S9 on Aug. 8. He writes, ‘This [eastern tiger swallowtail] butterfly stopped by for a little nectar from my hanging plant.’

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

Dragonfly Safari

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Call to sign up for a swimming series.

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Families are invited to join the staff at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown on a Dragonfly Safari on Aug. 24 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Discover the dragonfly’s beautiful colors, life cycle and fascinating behaviors. Enjoy hands-on activities followed by outdoor observation of these wonderful creatures. $4 per person.

Advance registration required by calling 265-1054.

Storytime at Barnes & Noble

Join Barnes & Noble in Lake Grove at 600 Smith Haven Mall or in East Northport at 4000 E. Jericho Turnpike for a reading of “Where’s Waldo?” by Martin Handford and “Dog Breath: The Horrible Trouble with Hally Tosis” by Dav Pilkey on Aug. 24 at 11 a.m. Followed by an activity. Free.

Call 724-0341 (LG) or 462-0208 (EN).

Nautical Journeys Camp

Ask for Tito WATER DISCOVERY

Specialists in Speed, Agility/Strength and Conditioning Training For Ages 7 + up

The Long Island Explorium, 101 East Broadway, Port Jefferson invites children and their parents to a special drop-in program to Build a Bug House between Aug. 22 and 25 from 1 to 5 p.m. Design and construct a home to protect our precious insects. Admission is $5 per person. Call 331-3277.

The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor holds a Nautical Journeys Camp for children entering grades K through 3 Aug. 26 to 30 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Campers will enjoy activities and games in science, art and history to build knowledge of the ocean as well as maritime culture. Snacks provided. Bring lunch. Call 3673418 for prices and to register.

Felting workshop at the Vanderbilt

Children in grades 3 to 5 are invite to join the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Education Dept., 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport for a felting workshop with Oksana Danziger on Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants will learn the art of nuno felting and create a stunning, unique flower to take home. $20 per child. To register, call 854-5539.

‘Rapunzel: A Tangled Fairytale’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport kicks off its 2019-20 Children’s Theater season with “Rapunzel: A Tangled Fairytale,” through Sept. 1. Locked up in a tower by an evil witch, Rapunzel longs to see the world for her 16th birthday. When a handsome prince named Brian comes to rescue her, both will have to face the wrath of the witch and a few other hilarious obstacles. All seats are $15. To order, call 2612900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Jr.’

Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown presents “Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Jr.” from Sept. 14 to Oct. 27. Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, the show follows all of your favorite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar.

All seats are $18. To order, call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘The Wizard of Oz’

John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport continues its Children’s Theater season with “The Wizard of Oz” from Sept. 28 to Oct. 27. The classic story by L. Frank Baum is presented as a fresh new musical comedy, containing adventure, friendly characters and humor. Theatergoers of all ages will enjoy this colorful classic fairy tale from somewhere over the rainbow! Tickets are $15. To order, call 261-9700 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘A Kooky Spooky Halloween’

Tickets are on sale now for “A Kooky Spooky Halloween,” a merry musical about a ghost who’s afraid of the dark at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Oct. 5 to 26 with a sensorysensitive performance on Oct. 6 at 11 a.m.

Hilarious hijinks and a message of cooperation highlight this holiday story, a delightful show for the entire family. All seats are $10. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

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

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Hobbs Farm hosts 5th annual Run the Farm fundraiser

BY HEIDI SUTTON Bethel Hobbs Community Farm in Centereach hosted its 5th annual Run the Farm 4-Mile Challenge on Aug. 17. The event attracted over 300 runners from as far as upstate Albany and France who braved the humidity for a great cause.

Proceeds from the day will benefit the farm whose mission is devoted to providing fresh organic produce to those in need of a network of local food pantries and food programs.

The fundraiser also featured a farmers market, vendors and music and was attended by local officials including Councilman Kevin LaValle, Councilwoman Valerie Cartright, Brookhaven Town Supervisor Ed Romaine, Chief of Staff Bob Martinez from Leg. Tom Muratore’s office, Comptroller John Kennedy Jr. and his wife, Leg. Leslie Kennedy and members of the Centereach and Selden civic associations.

LaValle addressed the crowd before announcing the winners of the race. “I just want to thank everyone for coming out and for the great race we had today. This is the last remaining farm in Centereach,” said LaValle, adding that the 11-acre farm, located at 178 Oxhead Road, raises over 30,000 pounds of food for nonprofits.

“It takes an army to run this farm and without all the volunteers working together it would never happen,” added HF Vice President Ann Pellegrino. She also thanked Hobbs Farm President Larry Corbett and Bethel AME Church of Setauket for all their support.

“We love being out here at Hobbs Farm. They do so many great things for the community. To have a working farm here is quite special,” said Comptroller Kennedy.

“I’m just happy to see everyone out on a Saturday morning working out, having fun, maybe buying some products and contributing to sales tax,” he joked.

The overall first place winner for men with a time of 24.40.53 was 24-year-old Cole Conte of Port Jefferson.

Second and third place went to the father and son team from Baillargues, France, Fran Ois Le Grix (43) and Titoun Le Grix (17) with a time of 25.09.37 and 25.10.93, respectively. “We’ve gone international, ladies and gentlemen,” quipped LaValle as he handed out the awards and the crowd shouted out “Vive La France!”

Jessica Petrina (37) of Selden captured the titled of overall first-place winner for women with a time of 27:24:94. Jamie Butcher (28) of Port Jefferson garnered second place with a time of 31:57:60 and Grace Mill (15) of Centereach won third place with a time of 32:20:18.

“To Mr. Hobbs, who is no longer with us, his legacy continues; to those who run the farm and really Run the Farm, thank you,” said Romaine. He thanked the runners and thanked the community for “helping keep the farm alive, keep the dream alive right here in the middle of Centereach where no one would expect a farm.

It’s here, it’s great, it’s part of Brookhaven town. We are so proud of this farm.”

Clockwise from left, Cole Conte with Councilman Kevin LaValle; Jessica Petrina; from left, LaValle; Councilwoman Valerie Cartright: Supervisor Ed Romaine, Leg. Aide to Kevin LaValle, Thomas Heinlein and Ann Pellegrino; Grace Mill; Jamie Butcher; and Fran Ois and Titoun Le Grix. Photos by Heidi Sutton

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PATRICIA WRIGHT

Professor and Chair of Turkana Basin Institute

Endowed Research Chair for Nature and Humanity

Adjunct Professor in the Department of Anatomical Sciences

Distinguished Professor in the Department of Anthropology

Leakey has transformed what the world knows about the origins of mankind. His most extraordinary discovery was the 1.6-millionyear-old nearly complete skeleton of “Turkana Boy,” a Homo erectus youth. For his groundbreaking anthropological finds, he won a Hubbard Medal, National Geographic’s highest honor, in 1994.

Mittermeier has spurred biodiversity conservation across South America, working closely with foreign heads of state and indigenous leaders.

Credited with protecting hundreds of threatened species and millions of acres of critical habitat, he was awarded the Indianapolis Prize. A true pioneer, he has researched and described more than 20 species new to science.

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A MacArthur Fellow, Safina has propelled national and international efforts to protect ocean wildlife.

From overhauling U.S. fisheries laws to reducing the drownings of sea turtles and albatross from commercial fishing lines, Safina’s efforts helped pass a United Nations global fisheries treaty.

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RUSSELL MITTERMEIER

GUIANA SHIELD REGION

CARL SAFINA

FALKLAND ISLANDS

RICHARD LEAKEY

TURKANA BASIN

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Stony Brook University is leading global conservation and sustainability.

A world-renowned primatologist, Wright is saving lemurs from extinction. She helped establish Ranomafana National Park, a 106,000-acre protected area.

A MacArthur Fellow, she became the first woman ever to win the Indianapolis Prize.

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