Arts & Lifestyles - September 26, 2019

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A musical masterpiece: Theatre Three kicks off 50th season with 'Jeykll & Hyde' • B22

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Helping Students with Cancer and Blood Disorders Succeed Join us at a FREE Educating the Educators Conference Medical Treatment • Psychosocial Support • Educational Interventions

Thursday, October 17 4:30 to 9 pm Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook 1 Circle Road, Stony Brook Dinner will be served.

Special Guest Speaker: Marie Barnett, PhD Psychologist, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center Registration is free; however, a $20 refundable deposit is required to secure your seat. CEU credits may be earned and there is a $15 fee for these credits.

Parents, education and healthcare professionals are encouraged to attend.

Register by Saturday, October 5:

Children with cancer and blood disorders are challenged with physical and emotional pain that can interfere with their ability to succeed in school. Learn strategies for recognizing, understanding and helping them to manage their emotional pain.

Questions?

stonybrookchildrens.org/school-reentry/conference Call (631) 444-7521 or email michelle.m.mccarthy@stonybrookmedicine.edu

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PHOTO OF THE WEEK

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Artist Carol Hummel and her daughter Molly Sedensky from the Hooked@LIM tree project wrapped a tree on the grounds of the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook with a dedication ceremony on Sept. 15. Using over 250 skeins of nylon yarn, the communitybased project began in June with 40 volunteers crocheting the individual elements needed to cover the silver maple that stands adjacent to the Carriage Museum on Route 25A. Five other trees on the museum grounds were wrapped in 2015. “The Long Island Museum trees are truly art by the people, for the people, and should be cherished as symbols of community pride,” said Hummel. Photo courtesy of the LIM

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Book Review .........................................B31 Calendar ...........................................B20-21 Cooking Cove .......................................B19 Crossword Puzzle ...............................B28 Medical Compass ................................. B9 Making Democracy Work .................B10 Movie Review .......................................B14

Parents and Kids ...........................B28-31 Power of 3 .............................................B27 Religious Directory ......................B24-25 SBU Sports ............................................B23 Theater Review ....................................B22 Vendors Wanted .................................... B5 Your Turn .................................................. B7

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Bringing the community together in the fight against breast cancer.

While most people are aware of breast cancer, many don’t take the steps to detect it in its earliest, most treatable stages. Increased awareness, education and early detection are critical.

If you are age 40 or over, make an appointment for your annual mammogram and encourage others to do the same. If you have dense breasts, ask if you should also have a breast ultrasound.

If you are uninsured or underinsured, you may be eligible for no cost or discounted screenings through the Fortunato Breast Health Center.

For more information or to make an appointment for your mammogram call (631) 476-2810.

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VENDORS WANTED

Paint Port Pink kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month

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aint Port Pink, Mather Hospital’s annual breast cancer awareness campaign, returns this year with a full calendar of events. The monthlong breast health outreach by Mather’s Fortunato Breast Health Center raises awareness, provides educational information and fosters solidarity in the community.

Paint Port Pink begins Tuesday, Oct. 1 with a Turn on Your Lights event for local community partners and residents, who turn on pink lights that were distributed by the hospital along with flags and information on breast health. Many community partners decorate their display windows with a pink theme and Mather recognizes the best efforts through their annual window decorating contest.

New this year is Ladies Night Out at Comsewogue Public Library on Wednesday, Oct. 2, designed to celebrate women’s health by combining fun activities with wellness information. Participants can attend a minipaint night, make their own body scrubs and get a back and neck massage by Matheraffiliated chiropractors. They can also learn about breast health from the Fortunato Breast Health Center’s Co-Medical Director Dr. Michelle Price, participate in a Reiki circle and get information on good nutrition for women from a Mather registered dietitian and sample healthy smoothies.

Mather Hospital employees dressed in pink during last year’s event.

The Pink Your Pumpkin contest also returns this year. The contest asks participants to visit a local farm stand or craft store and find the perfect pumpkin, use their imagination to decorate it, and then submit a photo to ccourt1@northwell. edu before Oct. 20. The top three winners will be selected by employee leaders at Mather Hospital on Oct. 21, and the results will be posted on Mather’s Facebook page.

Wear Pink Day is Many businesses in the area will decorate their windows in support Oct. 18 – which is World like the Cutting Hut in Port Jefferson Station. Photos from Mather Hospital The fall semester of HealthyU, Mather’s Mammography Day – when Mather employees and community seminar series and exhibit fair, is on Saturday, residents are encouraged to dress in pink and Oct. 26. The day will feature many informative seminars including Women and Heart Health, post their photos at #paintportpink.

Paint Port Pink community partners will the Brittle Bones of Osteoporosis, a Checklist again offer special promotions and fundraisers for Health after 60, Tax Tips for Seniors and for the Fortunato Breast Health Center’s Staying Young Forever. Register for this free Fund for Uninsured, which offers no-cost event at https://www.matherhospital.org/ or discounted mammography screenings to healthyu-registration/.

For more information about Paint Port those with little or no insurance. These include Kilwin’s, Panera Bread, Chick-fil-A, Amazing Pink, please call 631-476-2723 or visit www. matherhospital.org/pink.

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• St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, 90 Edgewater Ave., Smithtown seeks craft and new merchandise vendors for its 18th 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.

Deadline to apply is Sept. 27. Call 631-2654520 or visit www.stthomasofcanterbury.net for an application.

• St. James Chamber of Commerce is 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 631-5848510 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 info.

• Rocky Point Sound Beach Chamber of Commerce seeks food vendors ($200) and craft vendors ($80) for its Blues & Brews Eat Drink & Be Scary Music Festival on Oct. 19 from noon to 7 p.m. Visit www. rpsbchamber.org for an application. For more info, call 631-729-0699.

• 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.

• Melville Chamber of Commerce will present its annual Business Expo 2019 at the Hilton Long Island, 598 Broadhollow Road, Melville on Oct. 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Merchandise and food vendors can call 631777-6260 for an application. Deadline to apply is Oct. 11.

• St. James Lutheran Church, 229 2nd Ave., St. James seeks vendors for its annual Holiday Craft Fair on Nov. 9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For details, call Herb or Marie at 631-473-7976.

Preferred Promotions has a call out for merchandise vendors for an Autumn Art & Craft Festival at the Huntington Hilton, 598 Broadhollow Road, Melville on Nov. 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 631-5638551 or visit www.preferredpromotions. com for a vendor application.

• Messiah Lutheran Church, 465 Pond Path, E. Setauket seeks merchandise and food vendors for its Holiday Craft Fair on Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Deadline to apply is Nov. 8. Call 631-751-1775.

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Louise is a super sweet girl, with a tail that never stops wagging. She’s pretty low keyed but gets excited to see the kennel staff when they arrive in the morning.

Louise is also great with other dogs. Come on down and meet her! She is spayed, microchipped, up to date on all her vaccines and ready for a new start in life.

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 Louise and other adoptable pets at Kent, call 631-727-5731 or visit www.kentanimalshelter.com.

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BY RABBI MOTTI GROSSBAUM

Imagine you were given an opportunity to travel the entire world, every continent, every country at no cost. But there would be one condition; you would have to do it blindfolded.

You can trek from Hawaii to the Swiss Alps, from the Amazon to Jerusalem, but it will all have to be done without you seeing any of it.

It’s a frustrating idea. Here you are going from place to place but to you, it all seems the same. The truth is, this dilemma does not just exist in the realm of space, it also exists in the realm of time.

The Kabbalah (Jewish mysticism) teaches us that just as every place has its own unique energy and purpose, which is why traveling is always filled with newness and adventure, every point in time has its own exclusive character and rhythm.

This week, this day, this very moment will never happen again; there will be many more moments to come, but none will be like this. One can go through life, day after day blindfolded, like listening to the same song on repeat. Or one can take off their blindfold, look at each day and recognize that the challenges and triumphs that are unfolding before them are unique. They have their own flavor and will never happen this exact way again.

This is what’s so significant about Rosh Hashana and the celebration of the Jewish New Year. During this holiday, the energy that will define the entire year ahead, the context in which everything will be achieved, enters into our world for the very first time.

Furthermore, the Kabbalah teaches, not only is this a new energy, each year it is an even greater energy than the year past.

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Its unique tone beacons us to take off our blindfold and witness the transition into a brand new year.

This year, we are given the opportunity to go on a magical journey of time to experience moments that are filled with fresh and untapped beauty. The choice is ours; we can slide right into the New Year blindfolded, completely unaware of the fact that we just entered into an entirely new dimension, or we can go hear the shofar and blow the blindfold off. We can open our hearts and pray for a year of health, redemption, prosperity and happy adventures!

Author Rabbi Motti Grossbaum serves at Village Chabad–Center for Jewish Life & Learning at 360 Nicolls Road in E. Setauket. For more information about High Holiday services and other programs and activities throughout the year, visit www.MyVillageChabad.com or call 631-585-0521.

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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.

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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.

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MEDICAL COMPASS

Diagnosing and treating atrial fibrillation The role of caffeine is still in question

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common arrhythmia, an abnormal or irregular heartbeat.

Though there are several options, including medications and invasive procedures, treatment mostly boils down to symptomatic

By David treatment, rather than Dunaief, M.D. treating or reversing underlying causes.

What is AFib? It is an electrical malfunction that affects the atria, the two upper chambers of the heart, causing them to beat “irregularly irregular.” This means there is no set pattern that affects the rhythm and potentially causes a rapid heart rate. The result of this may be insufficient blood supply throughout the body.

Complications that may occur can be severely debilitating, such as stroke or even death. AFib’s prevalence is expected to more than double by 2030 (1). Risk factors include age (the older we get, the higher the probability), obesity, high blood pressure, premature atrial contractions and diabetes.

AFib is not always symptomatic; however, when it is, symptoms include shortness of breath, chest discomfort, light-headedness, fatigue and confusion. This arrhythmia can be diagnosed by electrocardiogram (ECG), but more likely with a 24-hour Holter monitor. The challenge in diagnosing AFib is that it can be intermittent.

There may be a better way to diagnose AFib. In a study, the Zio Patch, worn for 14 days, was more likely to show arrhythmia than a 24-hour Holter monitor (2). The Zio Patch is a waterproof adhesive patch on the chest, worn like a Band-Aid, with one ECG lead.

There are two main types of AFib, paroxysmal and persistent. Paroxysmal is acute, or sudden, and lasts for less than seven days, usually less than 24 hours. It tends to occur with greater frequency over time, but comes and goes. Persistent AFib is when it continues past seven days (3). AFib is a progressive disease, meaning it gets worse, especially without treatment.

Medications are meant to treat either the rate or rhythm or prevent strokes from occurring.

Those that treat rate include beta blockers, like metoprolol, and calcium channel blockers, such as diltiazem (Cardizem). Examples of medications that treat rhythm are amiodarone and sotalol. Then there are anticoagulants that are meant to prevent stroke, such as warfarin and some newer medications, dabigatran

(eight pounds), and saw a significant reduction in atrial fibrillation severity score (AFSS) compared to those in the control group (6).

AFSS includes duration, severity and frequency of atrial fibrillation. All three components in the AFSS were reduced in the intervention group compared to the control group.

There was a 692-minute decrease in the time spent in AFib over 12 months in the intervention arm, whereas there was a 419-minute increase in the time in AFib in the control group. These results are potentially very powerful; this is the first study to demonstrate that managing risk factors may actually help manage the disease.

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(Pradaxa), rivaroxaban (Xarelto) and apixaban (Eliquis). The newer anticoagulants are easier to administer but may have higher bleeding risks, in some circumstances with no antidote.

There is also ablation, an invasive procedure that requires threading a catheter through an artery, usually the femoral artery located in the groin, to reach the heart. In one type of ablation, the inappropriate nodes firing in the walls of the atria are ablated, or destroyed, using radiofrequency. This procedure causes scarring of atrial tissue. When successful, patients may no longer need medication.

The role of obesity

There is good news and bad news with obesity in regards to AFib. Let’s first talk about the bad news. In studies, those who are obese are at significantly increased risk.

In the Framingham Heart Study, the risk of developing AFib was 52 percent greater in men who were obese and 46 percent greater in women who were obese when compared to those of normal weight (4). Obesity is defined as a BMI >30 kg/m², and normal weight as a BMI <25 kg/m². There were over 5,000 participants in this study with a follow-up of 13 years. The Danish Diet, Cancer and Health Study reinforces these results by showing that obese men were at a greater than twofold increased risk of developing AFib, and obese women were at a twofold increased risk (5).

Now the good news: Weight loss may help reduce the frequency of AFib episodes. That’s right; weight loss could be a simple treatment for this very dangerous arrhythmia. In a randomized controlled trial of 150 patients, those in the intervention group lost significantly more weight, 14 kg (32 pounds) versus 3.6 kg

According to a meta-analysis (a group of six population-based studies) done in China, caffeine does not increase, and may even decrease, the risk of AFib (7). The study did not reach statistical significance. The authors surmised that drinking coffee on a regular basis may be beneficial because caffeine has antifibrosis properties. Fibrosis is the occurrence of excess fibrous tissue, in this case, in the atria. Atrial fibrosis could be a preliminary contributing step to AFib. Since these were population-based studies, only an association can be made with this discovery, rather than a hard and fast link. Still, this is a surprising result.

However, in those who already have AFib, it seems that caffeine may exacerbate the frequency of symptomatic occurrences, at least anecdotally. With my patients, when we reduce or discontinue substances that have caffeine, such as coffee, tea and chocolate, the number of episodes of AFib seems to decline.

I have also heard similar stories from my colleagues and their patients. So, think twice before running out and getting a cup of coffee if you have AFib. What we really need are randomized controlled studies done in patients with AFib, comparing people who consume caffeine regularly to those who have decreased or discontinued the substance.

The bottom line is this: If there were ever a reason needed for obese patients to lose weight, treating atrial fibrillation should be on the top of the list, especially since it is such a dangerous disease with severe potential complications.

References:

(1) Am J Cardiol. 2013 Oct. 15;112:1142-1147.

(2) Am J Med. 2014 Jan.;127:95.e11-7. (3) Uptodate. com. (4) JAMA. 2004;292:2471-2477. (5) Am J Med. 2005;118:489-495. (6) JAMA. 2013;310:20502060. (7) Canadian J Cardiol online. 2014 Jan. 6.

Dr. Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management. For further information, visit www.medicalcompassmd. com or consult your personal physician.

NEWS AROUND TOWN

Healthy Habits for Life

Join Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook for a presentation titled Foundations of Natural Health: Healthy Habits for Life on Thursday, Oct. 3 at 10:30 a.m. Danielle Zanzarov will help you take control of your health by creating effective habits to last a lifetime. All are welcome to attend this free event. To register, call 631588-5024.

Holistic Nutrition Seminar

The Ward Melville Heritage Organization will host the 5th annual Holistic Nutrition Seminar at its Educational & Cultural Center, 97P Main St., Stony Brook on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Author, biochemist and certified nutritionist Yu-Shiaw Chen will speak about the Recipe for a Healthier You. $45 per person at the door includes a healthy lunch and testimonial sharing. Advance registration is required at www.linutrition.com. For more information, please call 631-751-4267 or 631-697-5572.

Community Health Fair

St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center, 50 Route 25A, Smithtown hosts a Health Fair on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 9 a.m. to noon. The free event will feature blood pressure screenings, free flu vaccinations, cholesterol, hearing, BMI, foot and vascular screenings, a Teddy Bear Clinic and pumpkin decorating for the kids. For further details, call 631-870-3444.

Women’s Health Day

New York Times best-selling author Marci Shimoff will be the keynote speaker at Stony Brook Medicine’s Women’s Health Day at Advanced Specialty Care, 500 Commack Road, Commack on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. $25 registration fee includes your choice of three health seminars by Stony Brook Medicine experts, health information and a continental breakfast and box lunch. To register, visit www.womenshealthday.com. For more information, call 631-444-4000.

Caregiver Support Group

Day Haven Adult Day Services, 400 Sheep Pasture Road, Port Jefferson hosts an Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group on the second Thursday of each month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Call 800-2723900 for more information or to register.

Seeking musicians

The Northport Symphony Orchestra seeks new members in all sections. Rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings in East Northport from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The orchestra presents three public concerts per season at Northport High School as well as performances at nursing homes and libraries.

Interested musicians are invited to visit www. northportsymphony.org for more info.

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MAKING DEMOCRACY WORK

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Early voting in 2019 starts Oct. 26

BY LISA SCOTT

Celebrates Our Hometown Heroes

Starting this fall, registered voters may vote early in the general election. New York has long lagged behind most of the country when it comes to voting. During this past legislative session however, many election reform bills were passed and signed into law.

These new laws significantly change the way you can register and vote in New York State.

Some reforms have taken effect already, some will take effect in the next year, and two are constitutional amendments that need to be passed by both houses of the Legislature after the next statewide election (2020) and then be approved by the voters.

One of the key reforms adopted this year is the provision for early voting across the state. Because off-year elections (local races, not congressional or presidential) have significantly lower turnout than for federal/ state election years, early voting in 2019 will serve as a proving ground for 2020’s expected high voter turnout for president.

The Suffolk County Board of Elections (SC BOE) has chosen 10 early voting sites in the county, one site in each township. The requirement that residents of each town vote only at the site in their town, rather than give them the flexibility to vote at any of the 10 sites, has been a strong concern. However in meetings with the SC BOE, they’ve said that short lead time (due to lack of NYS regulations), required new equipment, network security and avoiding anyone casting ballots in more than one poll site were factors.

You still must be registered to vote in advance of voting early in NYS. October 11, 2019, is the last day to register to vote in person at your county Board of Elections office or to postmark your voter registration form (which should be mailed to your county BOE office). In NYS, you cannot register to vote during early voting or at the polls on Election Day. Voting at an early voting poll site will be different from the way you have voted on

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Join the Port Jefferson Free Library, located at 100 Thompson Street in Port Jefferson, for its annual Community Service Fair on Sept. 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Have you been looking for ways to give back to your local community and to help those in need? Visit with representatives from a range of community service organizations on how you can become involved. No registration required.

Call 631-473-0022 for more info.

Election Day. There will be electronic poll books instead of the familiar paper registration books. However, you will still be expected to sign in, receive a ballot, complete the ballot and feed the ballot into a scanner for counting.

The ballot at an early voting poll site will be identical to the ballot provided on Nov. 5, Election Day. Once you submit your ballot in person, at an early voting poll site, you cannot vote again at an early voting poll site, at your usual poll site on Election Day or by absentee ballot. Once you submit your ballot, you have completed voting and cannot change your vote.

If you are at an early voting poll site or at your usual poll site on Election Day, and your name is not in the electronic poll book, ask to complete an affidavit ballot. Make sure you are at the correct poll site for your address (either in early voting or on Election Day), and if so, do not leave without completing an affidavit ballot.

Remember that if you prefer to vote on Election Day, Nov. 5, you still must go to your usual assigned poll site to vote (not the one early voting site in your town).

Suffolk’s 10 early voting sites will be open daily, including weekends, between Oct. 26 and Nov. 3, 2019. All sites will have the same hours, but those hours will be different each day to accommodate voters’ schedules. All 10 early voting sites are handicap-accessible.

There is no early voting on Monday, Nov. 4.

For a list of the 10 early voting sites in Suffolk (which are subject to change) and their hours, call the SC BOE at 631-852-4500 or check its website https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/ Departments/BOE/Early-Voting-Information.

Lisa Scott is president of the League of Women Voters of Suffolk County, a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. For more information, visit http://lwv-suffolkcounty.org, email league@lwvsuffolkcounty.org or call 631-862-6860.

SOLES for All Souls Race/Walk

The 11th annual SOLES for All Souls 5K Race/2K Walk will kick off in front of historic All Souls Church in Stony Brook Village (61 Main St.) at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29. All proceeds will be dedicated to making the historic Stanford White-designed chapel accessible to all (i.e., for concerts, poetry readings and visitation). Registration is through ACTIVE.COM (Search SOLES for All Souls) or in person race day in back of the church. Call 631-655-7798.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Kent Animal Shelter fundraiser

Stonewalls Restaurant at The Woods at Cherry Creek Golf Course, 967 Reeves Ave., Riverhead will host a No Place Like Home 50th anniversary party for Kent Animal Shelter in Calverton on Saturday, Sept. 28 from 6 to 10 p.m. $75 per person includes appetizers, a buffet dinner, live music and dancing, Chinese auction, raffles, a silent auction and some Wizard of Oz-themed fun.

Proceeds will benefit the shelter’s 2019 Rescue Fund. To order tickets, call 631-727-5731.

Cultivate a sense of stewardship

Coastal Steward Long Island, a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring and preserving Long Island’s coastline through education, raising public awareness and community action is looking for per diem teachers with outdoor/environmental education experience for its ongoing marine education program. Students in kindergarten through 12th grade will learn about the local marine ecology through hands-on experiences at the Marine Environmental Stewardship Center at Cedar Beach in Mount Sinai. For further details, call Ashly at 631-338-4751 or email ashly. carabetta@coastalsteward.org.

Litchfield bus trip

Calling all Revolutionary War buffs! Join the Three Village Historical Society on a bus trip to the Litchfield Historical Society and Museum in Litchfield, Connecticut, on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 7 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. Enjoy a docent-led museum

tour of the Benjamin Tallmadge collection, a private walking tour of Heroes of the Revolution and a cemetery tour with historian Bev Tyler.

Tickets, which are $125 per person, $110 members, include a buffet lunch at the Village Restaurant and round-trip transportation on the ferry and luxury bus. To order, call 631-751-3730 or visit www.tvhs.org.

Bob Nelson Comedy Show

Hailed as one of the most gifted funny people on the planet, comedian Bob Nelson returns to Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson on Oct. 3 at 8 p.m. bringing characters like the lovable nerd Eppy Epperman, punchy boxer Jiffy Jeff and chicken rancher Wilby Stuckinson back to life. Tickets are $39. To order, call 631-9289100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

Sinatra & Friends Casino Night

The Ladies Philoptochos Society and Goya of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption, 430 Sheep Pasture Road, Port Jefferson will host a Sinatra & Friends Casino Night on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 7 to 11 p.m. Admission includes live entertainment by local tribute artist Tony Della, 200 “Charity Chips” for casino-style games provided by Joka’s Wild Entertainment, dancing, a three-course Italian dinner, 50/50 and great raffle prizes! Wear your Rat Pack attire if you prefer. Tickets are $55 per person, $65 after Oct. 6 at www.eventbrite.com. For questions call 631-816-1604 or 631-804-8968.

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2019 WINNING SELECTIONS Best in Show “The Great Migration” by Bryan Ray

Action/Sports Category Grand Prize “Drive to the Net” by Elise Rubin

Honorable Mention

“Skater Boy” by Carolyn Ciarelli

Honorable Mention

“Shake It Off” by James Napoli

Altered/Enhanced Category Grand Prize “View from Governer’s Island” by Susan Silkowitz

Honorable Mention “Captain America Caleb”

by Deidre Elzer-Lento

Honorable Mention

“Working in the Fields” by Jan Golden

Honorable Mention

‘Unisphere After Dark” by Leon Hertzson

Children’s Category Grand Prize “Serenity” by Ashley Tonno

Honorable Mention

“Four of a Kind” by Donna Crinnian

Honorable Mention

“The Friendly Forest Fairy” by Sarah Wenk

Landscapes Category Grand Prize

“Glade Creek Grist Mill” by Mike DiRenzo

Honorable Mention

“Tufted Landscape” by Jeff Goldschmidt

Honorable Mention

“Horseshoe Falls, Niagara” by Barbara McCahill

Long Island/ New York Category Grand Prize

“Melville Pond” by Jeff Goldschmidt

Honorable Mention

“Croton Dam” by Ellen Dunn

Honorable Mention

“Never Forget” by Carol Milazzo-DiRenzo

Nature Category Grand Prize

“Solitary” by Jo-Anne Bodkin

Honorable Mention

“Under Angel Oak” by Carol Goldstein

Honorable Mention

“From Bud to Bloom” by Meryl Lorenzo

Honorable Mention

“Night Dreams” by Carol Milazzo-DiRenzo

Gurwin Photo Contest winners capture ‘Photography helps people see’

~ Berenice Abbott

BY HEIDI SUTTON Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Commack revealed the winners of its 26th annual Photo Contest at an award ceremony and reception on Sept. 18. The highlight of the evening was a traditional slide show of the winning selections from this and previous years.

Sponsored by the Tiffen Company for the 13th year in a row, this year’s competition drew almost 800 entries from amateur photographers across the country. Of those submissions, 46 photos were chosen to be enlarged, framed and hung on permanent display in the nursing home. The breathtaking images will be on exhibit in the Helen and Nat

Tiffen Gallery for a year and will then move up to the resident units.

The innovative event is the brainchild of Dennine W. Cook, chief public relations officer at Gurwin who came up with the initial idea in 1993 as a way of “making [Gurwin’s] bare walls worthy of a smile.”

“Your beautiful photography does more than just decorate the nursing and rehab center; it creates an ambiance that feels like home. It inspires people. It comforts people. It brings joy to people, not just our residents but our staff and visitors as well, every day,” said Cook. ”There aren’t that many things that you can do in this world that have that kind of sustaining impact.”

“This a favorite event of ours,” said President and CEO of the Gurwin Healthcare System Stuart B. Almer before

thanking Cook for coming up with the contest and for “beautifying our hallways.”

This year’s winning photos are presented in a modern and stylish wooden frame provided by The Frame Center in Smithtown, as opposed to the silver metal framing of previous years, after Almer suggested the change “to enhance the photos even further.” All future contest winners will have the same frame “so the building looks nice and uniform going forward” he said.

Cook went on to speak of the profound impact these incredible images have made on residents of the 460-bed facility “to whom they mean so much.” She spoke of Debbie, a 60-year-old traumatic brain injury survivor at the facility.

“She’s writing a book, she’s committed to getting back out into the world to compete in her second Iron Man. She’s

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People Category Grand Prize

“Balancing Act” by Alan Sloyer

Honorable Mention

“Ballerina on Malecon, Cuba” by Roni Chastain

Honorable Mention

“Waiting for Sunrise, Death Valley” by Ellen Dunn

Pets Category Grand Prize

“Little Miss” by Lora Ann Batorsky

Honorable Mention

Clockwise from top left, ‘Tufted Landscape’ by Jeff Goldschmidt; ‘The Friendly Forest Fairy’ by Sarah Wenk; ‘From Bud to Bloom’ by Meryl Lorenzo; ‘Melville Pond’

by Jeff Goldschmidt; ‘Callie’ by Jill Fanuzzi; ‘The Great Migration’ by Bryan Ray; ‘Balancing Act’ by Alan Sloyer; and ‘Sunflower in Window’ by William Hammer

“Callie” by Jill Fanuzzi

Honorable Mention

“What’s for Dinner?” by Dan Greenburg

Still Life Category Grand Prize

“Silk Threads” by Jo-Anne Bodkin

Honorable Mention

“Pink Rose” by Ellen Gallagher

Honorable Mention

“Mailbox, Italy” by Sondra Hammer

Honorable Mention

“Sunflower in Window” by William Hammer

Travel Category Grand Prize

“Balloon over Bagan” by Alan Sloyer

Honorable Mention

“Starry Night in Rome” by Mike DiRenzo

Honorable Mention

“Lofoten, Norway” by Debbie Monastero

Honorable Mention

“The Dolomites” by Bobbie Turner

Wildlife Category

the beauty of planet Earth

feisty, she’s focused, she’s fierce, and she gets some of her inspiration from your photos on the wall.”

“This contest, although competitive and a great achievement for you as a photographer, is really about the people who get to see your work once it is chosen,” explained Cook.

The annual contest does not accept digital entries, only 8 × 10 prints, which are not returned. However, Cook was quick to assure the audience that all of the submissions will be put to good use. “[The residents] use them in art therapy as painting and drawing inspiration and in crafting classes.

It’s become a great resource here at Gurwin and everyone is very grateful.”

This year’s judges, Christopher Appoldt (Christopher Appoldt Photography) and Tony Lopez (Tony Lopez Photography), were given the difficult task of choosing a

grand prize winner along with honorable mentions for 12 categories as well as Best in Show, which this year was awarded to Bryan Ray from Half Moon Bay, California for “The Great Migration,” a stunning image of hundreds of wildebeest attempting to cross a river in Africa during a migration to greener pastures. Five additional photos were chosen as Resident Selections.

Added Cook, “All the selections, whether they be Honorable Mentions, Grand Prizes or Resident Selections will be judged, discussed and enjoyed by so many appreciative eyes for years to come and to me that’s the real honor — that your photos will hang for decades here in our resident’s home.”

Entries for next year’s photo contest will be accepted between Feb. 15 and April 15, 2020. Visit www.tbrnewsmedia.com to see all the winning photos plus photos from the reception.

Grand Prize

“Snowy Flies” by Janis Hurley

Honorable Mention “In Flight” by Adina Karp

Honorable Mention

“Mama Duck” by Carol Goldstein

Student Category Grand Prize

“The Vessel” by Alex Horowitz

Honorable Mention

“Cake Pop” by Chloe Catton

Honorable Mention

“Lost in the Green” by Stephanie Clarfield

Resident Selections Above, ‘Snowy Flies’ by Janis Hurley

“Cousins” by Howard Antosofsky “Letchworth” by Rachel Perks “Tufted Titmouse” by Michael Danielson “Tall Ships Visit Greenport” by Barbara McCahill “Harbor Seal” by Jacqueline Taffe

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Downton Abbey was a television phenomenon. This upstairs-downstairs drama captured the attention and the hearts of millions of viewers. In its 52 episodes (2010 to 2015), it followed the aristocratic Crawley family, the heirs of Grantham. From opulent drawing rooms to the sparse maids’ quarters, we came to know the estate and its inhabitants. The series opened with the 1912 sinking of the Titanic and spanned through World War I and its aftermath, closing New Year’s Eve, 1925.

We watched everything from births to deaths; we witnessed engagements broken and fulfilled. Investments were made and newspapers ironed. Throughout, the Crawleys and their staff grew in depth and understanding, reflecting a changing world. Downton Abbey was television at its very best.

And now, we are treated to a feature film.

It is 1927 and the Crawleys are preparing for the impending visit of King George V (Simon Jones) and Queen Mary (Geraldine James).

Creator and screenwriter Julian Fellowes has wisely chosen to celebrate the series rather than reinvent it. There is the usual intrigue, romance and drama, but it never tips the scales into some of the episodes’ darker corners. Instead, we see the house and village preparing for this momentous event. Threading through much of the film is the friction between the snobbish royal entourage who are sent ahead and the Downton staff. The result tips slightly toward sitcom but is forgivable in the overall jubilant spirit of the movie.

The majority of the residents are here. At the center is Hugh Bonneville’s charming Earl of Grantham and his American wife, Cora, played with great warmth by Elizabeth McGovern.

Michelle Dockery, as Lady Mary, and Laura Carmichael, as Lady Edith (now Marchioness of Hexham), are true to their sibling bickering but there is an underlying respect – or at least acceptance – that grew throughout the series’ run. At Lady Mary’s request, retired butler Carson (the up-tightly lovable Jim Carter) is engaged to temporarily take over from an offput Barrow (Robert James-Collier), who always

Photo by Jaap Buitendijk, Focus Features

manages to balance good and bad intentions. If Brendan Coyle’s Mr. Bates is less brooding, it is nice to see his happy marriage with lady’s maid Anna (lovely Joanne Froggatt). Perhaps this best describes the film: It rarely frets but embraces an inner brightness.

The entire cast is as wonderful as ever. Allen Leech’s Tom Branson maintains his moral compass and is given a good bit to do in the film, highlighting his transition from Irish rebel to staunch family supporter. Phyllis Logan’s housekeeper Mrs. Hughes still functions as the below-stairs mother hen. Her camaraderie with the put-upon cook, Mrs. Patmore (Lesley Nicol), remains strong.

But, it is Maggie Smith as the wry-witted, never-wrong Violet Crawley, dowager countess of Grantham, who steals every moment she is on screen with her golden quips and sly asides.

Smith’s perfect sparring with the reliable Penelope Wilton’s Isobel (now Lady Merton) make for some of the most delightful moments.

Smith shows a beautiful contrast in a deeply moving scene with Lady Mary toward the end of the story.

There is the introduction of a Crawley cousin hereto not mentioned. Imelda Staunton is Lady Maud Bagshaw, and the issue of who shall inherit her fortune becomes a subplot.

There is also a romantic element connected to this legacy which will probably come to play in the much hoped-for sequel.

Yes, there some notably absent characters: Cousin Lady Rose (Lily James) and Lord Grantham’s sister, Lady Rosamond (Samantha Bond), with the former not even mentioned.

Sadly missing is David Robb’s stalwart Clarkson, the family doctor who bridged the world of castle and village.

It is an opulent film and the production values are dazzling. Never have the locations and the clothing looked so rich nor has the music been this lush. It is both a Christmas present and a Valentine.

Downton Abbey is a gift for the followers of the series. For newcomers, it would be a costume drama without the drama. For fans, it is a joyous and welcomed “Welcome home.”

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FEATURE STORY

Middle Country Public Library gears up for Women’s EXPO

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loria Vanderbilt said, “I always believed that one woman’s success can only help another woman’s success.”

We see this in action every year at the annual Women’s EXPO at the Middle Country Public Library in Centereach. This year’s event will be held on Thursday, Oct. 3 and will feature 82 exhibitors.

Not just a craft show, the Women’s EXPO brings together some of Long Island’s great women entrepreneurs and business professionals to network, collaborate ... and SHOP! While only one day, the work of the EXPO continues all year at the Miller Business Center. Bank of America has been the EXPO’s Signature Sponsor since its inception 19 years ago.

“We’re proud to be back this year as the presenting sponsor of the Women’s EXPO,

which provides women entrepreneurs the power to grow their business, attract new customers and showcase their talent,” said Bob Isaksen, Bank of America Long Island market president. “Collaborating with the library in support of these local women-owned small businesses fosters a healthy economy and creates opportunity for all.”

“Seeing the women talking with each other and connecting” is Miller Business Center coordinator Elizabeth Malafi’s favorite part of the event. With items such as soaps, candles, food, jewelry, pottery and home decor, there is something for everyone.

“All are welcome to soak in the excitement of the day,” says library director Sophia SerlisMcPhillips. “The energy at the library on EXPO day is wonderful for everyone who visits.”

Below are just a few of the women entrepreneurs you will meet at this year’s event:

Alegna Soap

is the variety of flavors and customization capabilities. A traveler, Gohorel has “a mental Rolodex of flavors” that she loves to combine in what some may think are strange ways. Another popular flavor, Almond Supreme, contains almonds, goji berries, nutmeg and sea salt. Not your average nut butter!

But she is not just passionate about flavors and nut butters. Simply Nicki nut butters are packaged with as little paper or plastic as possible at the Made Conscious Kitchen in Cutchogue.

This eco-friendly, cooperative kitchen allows small, local entrepreneurs to work together and as Gohorel put it,”lift each other up.”

Angela Carillo really loves soap. Her love for soaps started in childhood when she would look forward to vacations, so she could visit gift shops to see what kinds of soap they carried. Carillo has been making soap for 20 years and once she put her kids and husband through college she turned her hobby into a successful business.

Alegna Soap was born 10 years go with three focuses — retail, private label and workshops/ conferences. Carillo says that having a diverse focus allows the business to always be steady.

The lasting connections and collaborations of the EXPO have been invaluable to Carillo.

“It’s a totally different event than any other I do,” she says. Over the many years she has been participating, Carillo has communicated and collaborated with several of the other women entrepreneurs, including other soap vendors. In addition to the EXPO, Carillo takes advantage of the offerings of the Miller Business Center.

Most recently attending Instagram for Business where she learned about using the story feature and promptly began using it on her business Instagram account.

Simply Nicki Supreme Nut Butters

Nicki Gohorel moved to Istanbul with her husband and was surprised that, while there were plenty of delicious nuts, there were no nut butters. In 2013, she started making her own and gave some as gifts. They were so delicious, friends encouraged her to sell them and Simply Nicki was born.

Gohorel creates nut butters with a focus on high-quality ingredients. Her most popular flavor is Peanut Butter Supreme, which includes amino acids to help the body process the protein in the peanuts more efficiently. What makes Simply Nicki stand out from other nut butters

Holly Hunt Photography

Holly Hunt grew up surrounded by photos taken by her grandfather, a professional who photographed the likes of Kennedy and the Beatles. It’s no surprise that his work inspired her to pick up a camera and take up photography. Hunt didn’t intend for her explorations of abandoned places to go past the walls of her own home, but after gifting photos to friends and family, she received encouragement to share them. And it’s no wonder, as her haunting works of art create a beautiful story of forgotten places.

“I was a patron of the EXPO for many years but I never expected to be an exhibitor. I never thought I was good enough,” she said. Thankfully, that didn’t stop her from applying in 2018. Hunt sold most of the inventory she brought to that first EXPO. More importantly were the connections she made with other women. She met so many other entrepreneurs and business professionals.

The EXPO even helped organically grow her social media platforms, a hard thing to do these days. She’s looking forward to showing her new work at this year’s event.

Clockwise from top left, Callie Meaney, Nicki Gohorel, Holly Hunt (center), Mayra Robayo and Angela Carillo Photos by Elizabeth Malafi

From the Page

Callie Meaney’s mom loves candles.

Growing up, they were always in her house.

They became a hobby for Meaney and then a business. With all the candles available on the market she knew hers would need a unique twist. Since she loves to read, Meaney gravitated toward book-themed candles and From the Page was born. With a permanent collection of about 20, each season she introduces new scents. Top sellers right now are Magic Pumpkin Patch and Sleepy Hollow.

Each natural soy candle comes in a reusable jar and each label has a picture that has been handdrawn by Meaney herself.

She is looking forward to her first EXPO so she can meet other women entrepreneurs and business professionals. Before starting in 2013, Meaney had no business experience and hopes to hear other’s stories. As she’s hoping to expand to wholesale as well as a retail location, the knowledge she gains at the event will be invaluable.

Precise Gluten Free Foods

We’ve all heard the proverb, “Necessity is the mother of invention,” but how many of us actually put it to practice? Mayra Robayo does. After her daughter was diagnosed with an allergy to gluten, Robayo began making everything from scratch. But her son wanted good pancakes and the gluten-free ones she was making weren’t cutting it. After a lot of experimentation with different mixes, she created a pancake her son liked. Knowing

how hard it is for families dealing with food allergies, she started Precise Gluten Free Foods in 2018 to share the mix with others. Robayo is off and running. In spring 2019, she added an oatmeal cookie mix to the line. Her mixes are gluten, nut, allergy and chemical free and can be found at local stores.

Even though this is Robayo’s first time exhibiting at the EXPO, she has been utilizing the resources available at the Miller Business Center for the past several months. Recently, she attended Grow Your Business with Google and learned that even without a retail location she could create a Google business page.

Robayo says this doubled traffic to her website.

Kick off your holiday shopping at the 19th annual Women’s EXPO at the Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd, Centereach on Thursday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free and there is ample parking. Lunch from the Fifth Season Restaurant will be available for purchase in the EXPO Café. For further information, call the library at 631-585-9393, ext. 296, or visit www.womensEXPOli.org.

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The Ward Melville Heritage Organization Celebrating 26 Years!

SUNDAY OCTOBER 6 In Picturesque Stony Brook Village

THIS EVENT IS SANCTIONED BY USA TRACK AND FIELD

Proceeds will go directly to a targeted research fund at Stony Brook Medicine for breast cancer research and the WMHO Unique Boutique for wigs. The route takes participants through historic Stony Brook, a beautiful 15-acre arboretum and a scenic route past historic landmarks and homes.

Registration will begin at 7:30 am; Run 8:30 am; Walk 8:45 am on Sunday, October 6 in the Stony Brook Village Center, 111 Main Street, Stony Brook, NY 11790

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Pet Costume Contest!

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Pet judging will take place at the end of the walk/run.

Committee Co-Chairs Gloria Rocchio, President Ward Melville Heritage Organization Hon. Kara Hahn Suffolk County Legislator

Thank You Thank You!

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It was a wonderful night at the Bates House.

Thanks to the following vendors, sponsors, authors, volunteers and speaker.

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Dr. Laura Lindenfeld, Executive Director of the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science and Interim Dean in the School of Journalism at Stony Brook University

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AUTHORS

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Jeannie Moon

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Michael Hoffner

WMHS Student Government Volunteers President- Sarah Thornton Advisors- Alison Kane, Virginia Edgar, Dianne Kraemer Event Volunteers: Brittany Cahill Nick Constantino Thomas Constantouris Michaela Farley Omar Fathi Allie Fortier Ethan Herschander Katie Hunne Shannon Husch Joseph Mastriano Lindsay Mathiesen Riley McKay Riley Meckley Julia Mencaroni Alexa Moore Sydney Morrison Kamila Nivar Brooke Norton Kerri Oliver Jenna Riccardi Hanna Ruffner Ava Santamaria Dani Savicki Riley Sheridan Tori Soho Molly Soloway Samantha Ups Brooke Walters Noelle Yovino

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YIELD: Makes 4 to 6 servings INGREDIENTS: • 2 pounds eggplant • 1 garlic clove • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves • Coarse salt and black pepper to taste • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil • 10 fresh plum tomatoes; peeled, seeded and juiced DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 400 F. Cut eggplants in half lengthwise; score their cut surfaces with a sharp knife; place on cookie sheet, cut side up, 25 minutes or until pulp is very soft; set aside to cool.

With a spoon scoop out pulp and drain in a mesh drainer 15 minutes. Reserve half of eggplant skin, then cut into large pieces; puree with garlic and basil in food processor; add drained eggplant pulp, salt and pepper and half the oil; pulse a few times to combine and form a coarse puree; transfer to serving bowl and chill well. Puree tomato pulp and juice with remaining one-quarter cup oil and salt and pepper to taste; place in small bowl as accompaniment to eggplant. Serve the same day with toasted Italian bread and extra virgin olive oil.

Apple Nut Loaf

YIELD: Makes one loaf.

INGREDIENTS: • 2 cups peeled, cored chopped apples • 2 tablespoons boiling water • 1 teaspoon plus one small pinch of salt • 2 cups flour • ¾ cup sugar • 3 teaspoons baking powder • ½ teaspoon baking soda • ½ teaspoon cinnamon • ½ cup chopped walnuts • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 1 egg, lightly beaten • 1 tablespoon sugar DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 F. Place apple slices in a small heavy saucepan with the water and pinch of salt; simmer until apples are tender but not mushy; puree and set aside to cool. In a large bowl thoroughly combine the remaining teaspoon salt, flour, the ¾ cup of sugar, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon; stir in walnuts. In medium bowl combine pureed apples with oil and egg; stir into dry mixture just enough to moisten. Turn into a greased 9- × 5- × 3-inch loaf pan, sprinkle top surface with the tablespoon sugar and bake one hour or until cake tester inserted in center comes out clean. Serve slightly warm with butter or apple butter.

YIELD: Makes 6 to 8 pints.

INGREDIENTS: • 12 ears fresh corn • 10 cups chopped green cabbage • 3 yellow or red bell peppers, chopped • 3 onions, chopped • 8 cups apple cider vinegar • 1 cup sugar • 3 tablespoons salt • 1/4 cup mustard seeds DIRECTIONS:

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Thursday 26 Author talk

New York Times best-selling author of “An Invisible Thread” Laura Schroff will make an appearance at Jefferson’s Ferry, One Jefferson Ferry Drive, South Setauket at 2 p.m. Schroff will speak about “Small Acts of Kindness: The Power of Sharing Kindness, Changing Lives and Exploring the Invisible Threads That Connect Us All.” All are welcome to attend this free event.

Call 253-8585 to register.

... and dates

Sept. 26 to Oct. 3, 2019

Harbor Jazz Festival

Jazz lovers are invited to attend the Harbor Jazz Festival at The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook today through Sept. 29. Each day brings a lineup of jazz greats, including some of the top internationally and nationally recognized talents. For schedule and prices, call 751-1895 or visit www.thejazzloft.org.

Oktoberfest and Vendor Fair

St. Anselm’s Episcopal Church, 4 Woodville Road, Shoreham will hold an Oktoberfest and Vendor Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring traditional German food including sauerbraten, bratwurst, pretzels and beer. Admission is free. Call 744-7730 or visit www.stanselmsofshoreham.org.

Shamanic Drumming

Fall Festival in St. James

Join All Souls Church in Stony Brook for a Shamanic Drumming Meditation session in the Parish Hall Basement, 10 Mill Pond Road, from 7 to 8:45 p.m. Led by experienced shamanic drummer, Ric Statler, the session seeks to integrate the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual parts of the human self, creating a state of well-being. Free. Call 655-7798.

St. James Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, 275 Moriches Road, St. James invites the community to its annual Fall Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring a petting zoo, face painting, pumpkin patch, bounce house, pony rides, photo booth, games, live entertainment, food and more. All proceeds benefit WMHO’s Walk for Beauty and breast cancer research. Call 862-8000.

Book signing

Harbor Jazz Festival See Sept. 26 listing.

Fall Into Fun Carnival See Sept. 26 listing.

Poets in Port

Caffe Portofino, 249 Main St., Northport will host a Poets in Port event at 7:30 p.m. Featured poets include Barbara Southard, Suffolk County Poet Laureate and Evelyn Kandel, Nassau County Poet Laureate. An open reading will follow. Visit www.northportarts.org.

Comedy in the Café

Comedian Todd Barry visits the Sky Room Café at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for an evening of stand-up at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25, $22 members. Visit www. cinemaartscentre.org.

Come celebrate Setauket Harbor with the Setauket Harbor Task Force and Paumanok Tours at Shore Road Beach and Town Dock, 60 Shore Road, E. Setauket from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy harbor and maritime history tours, harborside activities, free kayak lessons, children’s face painting, music, refreshments and more! Free admission. Call 404-6447.

Wildwood State Park, 790 Hulse Landing Road, Wading River hosts its 26th annual Fall Festival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. featuring vendors, wagon and pony rides, inflatables, build a scarecrow contest, pumpkin weight raffle, children’s entertainment, pie eating contest and more. $8 parking fee. Call 321-3510.

It’s time for a carnival! Rides, games, food and fun will be at the Heritage Trust annual Fall Into Fun Carnival at Heritage Park, 633 Mount SinaiCoram Road, Mount Sinai today from 6 to 10 p.m., Sept. 27 from 6 to 11 p.m. (fireworks), Sept.

28 from noon to 11 p.m. and Sept. 29 from noon to 7 p.m. Free admission and parking. Pay per ride or purchase a bracelet. Call 509-0882.

Friday 27

Setauket Harbor Day

Wildwood Fall Festival

Fall Into Fun Carnival

Book Revue, located at 313 New York Ave., in Huntington, presents an evening with deputy op-ed editor at The New York Times Clay Risen in conversation with former U.S. Rep. Steve Israel as they discuss Risen’s new book, “The Crowded Hour: Theodore Roosevelt, The Rough Riders, and the Dawn of the American Century,” at 7 p.m. A book signing to follow.

Call 271-1442.

North Country Road, Miller Place on Sept. 28 and 29 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Experience life in early America with open hearth cooking, basket weaving, wampum bead making, Revolutionary War encampment, Victorian games, face painting and more. $5 admission includes a tour of the historic house. Call 476-5742.

Living History Tours Storm Large heads to the Staller Center for the Arts on Sept. 28. Photo by Laura Domela

Friday Night Face Off

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson will 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 28 Harbor Jazz Festival See Sept. 26 listing.

Fall Into Fun Carnival See Sept. 26 listing.

Church flea market

First Presbyterian Church, 497 Pulaski Road, Greenlawn hosts a flea market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lots of vendors, food, fresh seasonal pies; something for everyone. Proceeds to benefit our onsite food pantry and local outreach ministries.

Call 516-313-9148. * All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

Family Fun Day

Join the Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce for its 2019 Family Fun Day at the Chamber Train Car Park, corner of Route 112 and Route 347 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come celebrate the local community with lots of vendors, live music, apple pie baking contest, scarecrow contest and more. Drop off a new teddy for the Time to Play Foundation Teddy Bear Toy Drive. Free admission. Visit www.pjstchamber.com.

Fall Festival at the Hatchery

Celebrate the change of seasons with a Fall Festival at Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring environmental exhibitions, live animal encounters, kid’s fishing, food, music, petting zoo, castle bouncer and games. Rain date is Oct. 5. Admission is $6 adults, $5 seniors and children ages 3 to 12. Call 516-692-6768.

Country Fair in Miller Place

Join the Miller Place-Mount Sinai Historical Society for its annual Country Fair on the grounds of the 300-year-old William Miller House, 75

Join the Ward Melville Heritage Organization for a special event, Courageous Women of the Revolutionary War at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. or 3 p.m.

What was it like to live during the Revolutionary War? The rich history of the area will be showcased through unique living history performances at the Brewster House, the Thompson House in Setauket and the Stony Brook Grist Mill and the Hawkins Mount House in Stony Brook. Each tour will depart from the Educational & Cultural Center, 97P Main St., Stony Brook. Rain date Sept. 29. $40 per person.

Reservations are required by calling 751-2244.

TVHS walking tour

The Three Village Historical Society will host a walking tour, Explore and Discover Setauket’s Revolutionary History, at 2 p.m. Visit the grave of Abraham Woodhull, locations of the Battle of Setauket, and 17th- and 18th-century homes. Tour leaves from the Setauket Presbyterian Church parking lot, 5 Caroline Ave., Setauket. Fee is $15 per person, $10 members. For more info, call 751-3730 or visit www.tvhs.org.

Meditation in the Park

The Port Jefferson Village Center, 101A East Broadway, Port Jefferson will host a Meditation in the Park event at Harborfront Park with John Bednarik at 2 p.m. Bring a chair, blanket or mat.

Free. RSVP at gdamaro@portjeff.com. Call 8022160 for more info.

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Night at the Races

The Selden Fire Department Dixon Engine Co. 3, 44 Woodmere Place, Selden will host a Night at the Races at 6:30 p.m. with complimentary beer, soda and food. Each ticket is a $10 donation. The ticket includes one free $1 play. For further details, call 732-1234.

Storm Large in concert

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook kicks off its 2019-20 performance season with Storm Large (rock, American Songbook) in concert in the Recital Hall at 8 p.m. Tickets are $48. To order, call 632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Sunday 29

Harbor Jazz Festival See Sept. 26 listing.

Fall Into Fun Carnival See Sept. 26 listing.

Country Fair in Miller Place See Sept. 28 listing.

AKC Dog Show

Suffolk County’s largest canine event, the Suffolk County Kennel Club’s AKC All-Breed Championship Show takes place on the grounds of the Smithtown Historical Society, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Over 400 dogs will put their best paws forward with an agility course, 4- to 6-month-old puppy competition and more. Held rain or shine. Admission is $10 per person or $20 per carload. Call 277-2201 or visit www.suffolkcountykennelclub.org.

Fall Flea Market

Farmingville Residents Association hosts its annual Fall Flea Market at the corner of Horseblock Road and Woodycrest Drive in Farmingville from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendors will be selling tools, collectibles, health and beauty items, yard sale treasures, jewelry, clothing, accessories and more.

Held rain or shine. Call 260-7411.

Long Island Apple Festival

The Sherwood-Jayne Farm, located at 55 Old Post Road in East Setauket, will host the 30th annual Long Island Apple Festival on Sept. 29 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Featuring live music, Colonial cooking demonstrations, apple pie baking contest, old-fashioned games, hay and pony rides, vendors, food and house tours. Admission is $7 adults, $5 seniors and children. Call 692-4664.

Caumsett hike

Join the staff at Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington for a 3-mile traditional nature walk through the southeastern section of the park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Adults only. $4 per person. Advance reservations required by calling 423-1770.

North Shore Pro Musica concert

The new season of North Shore Pro Musica kicks off with the Whitman String Quartet in concert at the Long Island Museum’s Gillespie Room, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook from 5 to 7 p.m. The program will include Mozart’s String Quartet No. 1 in G Major, K.80/73f, the Bax Oboe Quintet and the Borodin String Quartet No. 2 in D Major. Tickets are $20, $15 Pro Musica and LIM members at the door. Call 751-0066.

Monday 30 Fall lecture

The Smithtown Historical Society continues its fall lecture series at the Frank Brush Barn, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Guest speaker Southold Town historian Amy Folk will present a lecture titled “Murder on Long Island.” Light refreshments will be served. No reservations required. Free. Call 265-6768.

Tuesday 1 Paint Port Pink

Through the month of October, attend events throughout Port Jefferson and Port Jefferson Station hosted by John T. Mather Memorial Hospital and its community partners as part of a month-long outreach program by the Fortunato Breast Health Center with the mission of raising awareness about breast cancer, sharing information and education and fostering solidarity in the community. Call 476-2723. See more on page B5.

Wednesday 2

Israeli and international dancing

RJO Intermediate School, located at the corner of Church Street and Old Dock Road, Kings Park will host an evening of international and Israeli folk dancing every Wednesday (when school is in session) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $10 per person.

Free. For further details, call Linda at 269-6894.

Thursday 3 Women’s EXPO

Get an early start on holiday shopping at the 19th annual Women’s EXPO at the Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event showcases more than 80 women entrepreneurs offering fine art, jewelry, pottery, soaps, candles, clothing and much more. Lunch available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring food by Fifth Season. Free admission. Call 585-9393, ext. 296. See more on page B15..

Art history lecture

The Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield, Suite 6 and 9, St. James hosts an art history lecture titled Artists of the East End with Megan Euell from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Euell will discuss artists Thomas Moran, William Merritt Chase, Jackson Pollack and Chuck Close. Light refreshments will be served. $10 requested donation. Call 250-9009.

Theater

‘Ain’t Retirement Grand!’

Join Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook for a production of the hilarious musical comedy “Ain’t Retirement Grand!” by Plaza Theatricals on Sept. 29 at 2 p.m. Open to all. Call 566-5024.

‘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” through 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.

‘Sunset Boulevard’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will present Andrew Lloyd Webber’s masterwork, “Sunset Boulevard,” through 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” through Oct. 26. The epic battle between

THE GREATEST STAR OF ALL Catch a performance of ‘Sunset Blvd.’ now playing at the Engeman Theater through Oct. 27. Photo by Michael DeCristofaro

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. See review on page B22.

‘The Heidi Chronicles’

Suffolk County Community College, 533 College Road, Selden kicks off its fall 2019 theater season at the Shea Theatre in the Islip Arts Building with “The Heidi Chronicles” on Oct. 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, and 26 at 8 p.m. and Oct. 20 and 27 at 2 p.m. Are modern-day American women happy?

Are their lives more fulfilling than that of women who lived before the Equal Rights Amendment?

Wendy Wasserstein considers these questions in her Pulitzer Prize-winning play. *Mature content.

Tickets are $14 adults, $9.75 age 16 or younger.

Call 451-4163.

‘Four by Ten’

The Carriage House Players, Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport kicks off its fall 2019 season with “Four by Ten” by Tennessee Williams, which explores the direction and text that make up four of Williams’ most iconic one-act plays on Sept.

20, 21 and 28 at 8 p.m. and Sept. 22 and 29 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children. To order, call 516-557-1207 or visit www.carriagehouseplayers.org.

‘Twelve Angry Jurors’

Minstrel Players, Houghton Hall at Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 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

‘Tolkein’

Join Port Jefferson Free Library, 100 Thompson St. Port Jefferson for a screening of “Tolkein” starring Nicholas Hoult on Sept. 27 at 2 p.m.

Rated PG-13, the film explores the life of J.R.R. Tolkein. Open to all. Call 473-0022.

‘Desolation Center’

As part of its Cult Café series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen “Desolation Center” (2018) on Sept. 28 at 10 p.m. Tickets are $12, $7 members. Visit www. cinemaartscentre.org.

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tale of redemption, an epic battle of good and evil, teen romance, the bonds of friendship — these topics and more will be explored as Theatre Three celebrates 50 years of “Broadway on Main Street” with a revival of the six most popular shows in the theater’s history.

The season opens with a thrilling and chilling adaption of “Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical”

by Paul Hadobas with book and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse and music by Frank Wildhorn featuring additional songs like “I Need to Know” and additional material which were cut from the original Broadway show.

Jeffrey Sanzel, who directed the theater’s 2005 production, returns to the helm to create a beautifully haunting production that is not to be missed.

Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s 1886 gothic novella, “The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde,” the classic story follows Dr. Henry Jekyll’s ill-fated quest to find a cure for his father’s mental illness. Years of experiments have produced a chemical formula that Jekyll is convinced can “separate the good and evil” from the human soul … “to help the tortured mind of man.” All he needs is a human test subject.

When his request to inject the formula into a patient at a mental hospital is turned down by the Board of Governors, a decision they will later regret, Jekyll feels he has no choice but to experiment on himself. The noble attempt to help those that cannot help themselves backfires and gives life to an evil alter ego, Edward Hyde, who terrorizes the citizens of London after dark.

From the moment Hyde makes an appearance, he seeks revenge for Jekyll and methodically hunts down the members of the Board of Governors and with a crack of the neck or a stab in the side they fall one by one.

Jekyll remembers little of the murders, praying “they are merely nightmares,” but eventually Hyde “comes out of the shadows” and becomes an addiction, causing Jekyll to lose self-control in an emotional climactic ending.

In his Theatre Three debut, Alan Stentiford is simply incredible in the dual role of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The actor’s transition from respected doctor to psychotic madman will make the tiny hairs on the back of your neck stand up. After each injection, the actor morphs into a rabid creature who slinks and lurks about in the dark, peering out through his unkempt hair with wild eyes. And wait until you hear him sing! Stentiford’s split-personality faceoff in “Confrontation” is mesmorizing and

Alan Stentiford and TracyLynn Conner in a scene from the show.

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his opening night performance of “This Is the Moment” brought the house down.

Tamralynn Dorsa plays Jekyll’s loving and always supportive fiancée Emma Carew.

Dorsa shines in this angelic role and her rendition of “Once Upon a Dream” is magical.

TracyLynn Conner is equally impressive as prostitute Lucy Harris who Jekyll befriends during a visit to the seedy drinking establishment, The Red Rat. It is her that Hyde visits the most often until his jealousy consumes him. Her emotional performance of “No One Knows You I Am” is wonderful.

Another standout in the show is Steven Uihlein in the role of Simon Stride, a former boyfriend of Carew, who has made it his personal mission to see Jekyll fail at every turn. Andrew Lenahan is also one to watch.

As John Utterson, Jekyll’s friend and attorney, Lenahan gives a brilliant performance in “His Work and Nothing More.”

The beautiful costumes and wigs by Chakira Doherty meld perfectly with the evocative choreography by Nicole Bianco and the Victorian set, designed by Randall Parsons

features Dr. Jekyll’s laboratory. Kudos also to musical director Jeffrey Hoffman, whose sevenpiece orchestra keeps perfect pace and tune.

Jeffrey Sanzel has assembled an incredible cast and crew to kick off the theater’s golden anniversary and they all deserve a big round of applause. Happy anniversary Theatre Three!

It’s time to relish the well-deserved spotlight.

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents “Jeykll & Hyde: The Musical” through Oct. 26. Contains adult themes and situations. The 2019-20 Mainstage season continues with Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” from Nov. 16 to Dec. 28, “Driving Miss Daisy” from Jan. 11 to Feb. 1, “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” from Feb. 15 to March 21, “Steel Magnolias” from April 4 to May 2 and “Grease” from May 16 to June 21. Tickets are $35 adults, $28 seniors and students, $20 children ages 5 to 12. For more information or to order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

On the cover: Alan Stentiford stars as Dr. Henry Jeykll.

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SBU SPORTSWEEK SEPTEMBER 26 TO OCT. 2, 2019

TOMORROW IS FRIDAY – WEAR RED ON CAMPUS!

STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY

SBU Seawolves take down Fordham Rams 45-10

Redshirt sophomore RB Seba Nekhet (Brooklyn) busted out for a career-best 182 rushing yards and a pair of touchdowns to help propel the Stony Brook football team to a 45-10 victory over visiting Fordham Rams on Sept. 21 in Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium.

The Seawolves’ (3-1) victory marked the 12th straight at home.

Fellow RB, redshirt senior Isaiah White (Gordon Heights), also tallied a career-high with 132 yards on the ground, while graduate transfer WR Jean Constant (Delray Beach, Fla.) collected 154 all-purpose yards that included his first touchdown as a Seawolf. Redshirt freshman TE Isaiah Givens (Teaneck) pulled down a pair of touchdowns for Stony Brook as well.

Stony Brook’s defense, a unit that has allowed an average of 10.0 points in the three home victories, held Fordham (1-3) to just 38 rushing yards on 30 carries.

“Once again we are defined by our practice week,” commented head coach Chuck Priore.

“It was the best practice week we’ve have since we started preseason. We were the healthiest we were since the start of preseason too. Seba (Nekhet) and Isaiah (White) really stepped up tonight. Tyquell (Fields) was extremely accu-

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Oct. 5 vs. James Madison (Homecoming) 6 p.m.

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Nov. 9 vs. Towson 2 p.m.

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Mixed bag of results for volleyball team during Yale Invitational

Seba Nekhet ‘s breakout performance last Saturday propels Stony Brook to 12th straight home victory.

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rate early, especially with the long ball and our kids made some plays,” he said.

“Defensively, we dominated the line of scrimmage and stopped the run game early.

If you stop the run you normally can control what goes on. So overall it was a good day.”

Up next, the team will hit the road to open CAA Football play when they visit Meade Stadium on Sept. 28 to take on Rhode Island at 7 p.m.

The Seawolves return home for Homecoming on Oct. 5 and welcome No. 2 James Madison to LaValle Stadium. Kickoff is slated for 6 p.m.

Women’s soccer opens League Play with road win

Home games for SBU Seawolves MEN’S SOCCER

Amiyah De’Long hits the ball over the net during last Saturday’s game. Photo from SBU

6 p.m.

1 p.m.

6 p.m.

ORONO, MAINE: Powered by two early, first-half goals, the Stony Brook women’s soccer team started league play with a shutout victory of the Maine Black Bears on Sept. 22.

Junior Alyssa Francese (Yorktown Heights) started the scoring by finishing a low cross in the 9th minute. Her classmate, Rachel Florenz (East Islip) headed home an attempted Maine clearance off a free kick 2:25 later to double the lead in the first half and give the Seawolves all they would need to take all three points.

“This was a tough game for us, coming off the Fordham game on Thursday and having to go on the road against a well-coached and well-organized Maine team. They came into the game 4-2 and I am very pleased with our performance to open league play,” said head coach Tobias Bischof.

Up next, the team headed back on the road Wednesday night as they played Patriot League Rachel Florenz scored her first of the season during power Boston University in Beantown. Results last Sunday’s game. Photo by Jim Harrison/SBU Athletics were not available as of press time.

NEW HAVEN, CT.: The Stony Brook volleyball team split its final day in action at the Yale Invitational on Sept.

21, grinding out a five-set battle win over Sacred Heart (25-19, 23-25, 20-25, 25-19, 15-11) while falling to the Army Black Knights (8-25, 10-25, 18-25) later that afternoon.

Junior Kiani Kerstetter (Cardiff, Calif.) and senior Liz Pulver (Temecula, Calif.) were both named to the All-Tournament team. Kerstetter had 45 digs on the weekend, freshman Amiyah De’Long (Anaheim, Calif.) posted 13 kills and eight digs, and Pulver tallied 26 kills to help Stony Brook to a 1-2 invitational record.

“Today was a mixed bag. We were the most disciplined we have been defensively against Sacred Heart and gritted out a win,” said head coach Kristin Belzung.

“We turned around and lacked effort and care for our basic shot responsibilities and the consequence was an ugly loss to a smart and physical Army team.”

Up next, the team opens up America East play next week, traveling to take on the Hartford Hawks on Sept. 27 at 7 p.m. before returning home to Pritchard Gym on Oct. 11 to take on UAlbany.

Don’t miss your chance to see the Seawolves take on the UAlbany Great Danes when they return home to Pritchard Gym on Oct. 11.

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Assemblies Of God

STONY BROOK CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY Connecting to God, Each Other and the World 400 Nicolls Road, E. Setauket 631–689–1127 • Fax 631–689–1215 www.stonybrookchristian.com PASTOR TROY REID Weekly Schedule Sunday Worship w/nursery 10 am Kidmo Children’s Church • Ignited Youth Fellowship and Food Always to Follow Tuesday Evening Prayer: 7 pm Thursday Morning Bible Study w/Coffee & Bagels: 10 am Friday Night Experience “FNX” for Pre K-Middle School: 6:30 pm Ignite Youth Ministry: 7:30 pm Check out our website for other events and times

Byzantine Catholic RESURRECTION BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH

38 Mayflower Avenue, Smithtown NY 11787 631–759–6083 resurrectionsmithtown@gmail.com www.resurrectionsmithtown.org FATHER TYLER A. STRAND, ADMINISTRATOR, JOSEPH S. DURKO, CANTOR Divine Liturgy: Sundays at 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

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

ST. JAMES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

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.

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.

Congregational MT. SINAI CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

Friday: Hands of Love knitting, crocheting and stitching ministry 10 am - 12 pm 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

233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai • 631–473–1582 www.msucc.org • REV. PHILIP HOBSON We invite you to worship with us 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.

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.

Episcopal

ST. JOHN’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

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 Holy Eucharist Sunday Services: 8 am - Rite I; 9:30 am - Rite II (family Service) 9:30 Children’s Chapel and Sunday School Classes Sunday School Classes now forming; Call 631-941-4245 to register.

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 Bible Study on Thursdays at 10 am.

“To know Christ and to make Him known” REV. DUNCAN A. BURNS, RECTOR ALEX PRYRODNY, ORGANIST & CHOIR 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 “Halfie” – Andrew Yee, cello Friday, October 18th at 7 pm.

An innovative program ranging from Bach to Messiaen exploring conversations between classical & modern, male & female, and identity as a mixed-race and non-binary person. Special guest: Alex Pryrodny, piano Harvest Fair: Saturday, October 26th, 10am – 4pm Food, Crafts, Raffle, Silent Auction, VT Cheese & more!

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!

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 ©159746

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Religious D irectory

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

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 SERVICES CANDLE LIGHTING Rosh Hashanah Sunday, Sept. 29 6:00pm 6:20pm Monday, Sept. 30 8:30am (Tashlich) 4:30pm (At the Setauket Duck Pond) 5:45pm 7:18pm Tuesday, Oct. 1 8:30am Shabbat Shuvah Friday, Oct. 4 6:11pm Saturday, Oct. 5 9:00am Yom Kippur Tuesday, Oct. 8 5:30pm 6:05pm Wednesday, Oct. 9 8:30am 4:00pm (Shofar at 7:00pm) Sukkot Sunday, Oct. 13 5:57pm Monday, Oct. 14 9:00am 6:56pm Tuedsay, Oct. 15 9:00am Shabbat Chol Hamoed Sukkot Friday, Oct. 18 5:49pm Saturday , Oct. 19 9:00am

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 ©159747

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

Jewish

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 ERIC FARET, VICAR Email: office@hopelutheran.com Website: www.hopeluth.com Holy Communion Is Celebrated Every Weekend Saturday Evenings 5 pm. Sundays at 8, 9:30 & 11 am.

Sunday Services Are Live-Streamed Through Our “Friends Who Like Hope Lutheran Church” Facebook Group.

Sermons are posted on Youtube.com at “Pastor Richard O Hill” Children’s Programs Sunday School (3-11) 9:30 am, Saturday Sparklers 5 pm Anchor Nursery School Tuesday-Thursday 9:15 am - 12:15 pm.

Tuesdays Hugs Toddlers (ages 18 mos-3 yrs) 9:15 am Hugs (ages 3-5yrs.) 12:15 pm Wednesdays - Kids’ Club 4:15 pm

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH

309 Patchogue Road, Port Jefferson Station 631-473-2236 REV. PAUL A. DOWNING PASTOR E-mail: Pastorpauldowning@yahoo.com Pastor’s cell: 347–423–1523 (voice or text) www.StPaulsLCPJS.org facebook.com/stpaulselca Service Times: Sundays 8:30 am and 10:30 am Adult Bible Study 9:30 am Sunday School during 10:30 am service Holy Communion offered at both services Fridays: Power of Prayer Hour 10:30 am Meal provided by Welcome Friends Sundays at 1:00 pm and Wednesdays at 5:45 pm We continue to seve the Port Jefferson Community Now in our 102nd year

Lutheran–LCMS

Presbyterian

MESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF PORT JEFFERSON

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.

Sunday Worship Services: 8:15, 9:30 & 11am (All with Holy Communion), Sunday School at 9:30am, Sunday Bible Study at 9:30am 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 Upcoming Events Sunday, October 6, 2019:150 Year Anniversary of the Church, service and celebration. Service starts at 10, celebration to follow, reservations required.

October 12, 2019:Fall Indoor Garage Sale, 10 am - 3 pm, vendors welcome.

October 19, 2019:Rummage Sale 9 am - 2 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!

107 South/Main Streets • (631) 473-0147 We are an accepting and caring people who invite you to share in the journey of faith with us.

THE REV. DR. RICHARD GRAUGH Email: office@pjpres.org Website: www.pjpres.org Sunday Worship Service -10am (Childcare Provided) Christian Education-Sunday School: 10:15am Coffee and Fellowship 11:15am Bible Study: Tuesday 3pm Holy Communion 1st Sunday of the Month Meal Provided by Welcome Friends every Friday at 6pm Call the church office or visit our website for current activities and events.

We have NYS Certified Preschool and Daycare The purpose of First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson is, with God’s help, to share the joy and good news of Jesus Christ with the congregation, visitors and the community at large; to provide comfort to those in need and hope to those in despair; and to seek justice for all God’s people.

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) Sunday school at 9:45 (grades pre-k through 6) Adult Education at 11 am 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 4-18 to foster ethical and spiritual development and knowledge of world religions.

Classes Sunday mornings at 10:30 am. Childcare for little ones under four. Senior High Youth Group meetings Sunday evenings. Registration is ongoing.

For more information: dre@uufsb.org.

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KNOWLEDGE SEEKERS

CSHL’s Anne Churchland shows how mouse fidgeting may aid decision making

Harnessing the Technology of our Research Giants

BY DANIEL DUNAIEF Fidgeting, rocking and other movements may have some benefit for thinking. Yes, all those people who shouted to “sit still” may have been preventing some people from learning in their own way.

In a new experiment conducted on mice published in the journal Nature Neuroscience this week, Anne Churchland, an associate professor at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, linked idiosyncratic mouse movements to performance in a set of tasks that required making decisions with rewards.

“Moving when deep in thought is a natural thing to do,” Churchland said. “It deeply engages the brain in ways that were surprising to us.”

She suggested that many people believe thinking deeply requires stillness, like the statue of The Thinker created by Auguste Rodin.

“Sometimes it does, but maybe not for all individuals,” adding that these movements, which don’t seem connected to the task at hand, likely provide some benefit for cognition.

“We don’t know yet for sure what purpose these movements are serving,” she said.

Mammals tend to exhibit a process called “optimal motor control.” If a person is reaching out to grab a cup, she tends to move her arm in a way that is energy conserving. Indeed, extending this to her rodent study, Churchland suggests that somehow these ticks, leg kicks or other movements provide assistance to the brain.

In theory, she suggested that these movements may be a way for the brain to recruit movementsensitive cells to participate in the process. These brain cells that react to movement may then participate

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in other thought processes that are unrelated or disconnected from the actions themselves.

Churchland offers an analogy to understanding the potential benefit of these extra movements in the sports world. Baseball players have a wide range of stereotyped movements when they step up to the plate to hit. They will touch their shirt, tug on their sleeves, readjust their batting gloves, lift up their helmet or any of a range of assorted physical activities that may have no specific connection to the task of hitting a baseball.

These actions likely have “nothing to do” with the objective of a baseball hitter, but they are a “fundamental part of what it means to go up to bat,” she said.

In her research, Churchland started with adult mice who were novices at the kinds of tasks she and her colleagues Simon Musall and Matt Kaufman, who are the lead authors on the paper, trained them to do. Over a period of months, the mice went from not understanding the objective of the experiment to becoming experts. The animals learned to grab a handle to start a trial or to make licking movements.

These CSHL researchers tracked the behavior and neural activity of the mice every day.

Churchland said a few other groups have measured neural activity during learning, but that none has studied the kind of learning her lab did, which is how animals learn the structure of an environment.

The extra movements that didn’t appear to have any connection to the learned behaviors transitioned from a disorganized set of motions to an organized pattern that “probably reflected, in the animal’s mind, a

Anne Churchland with former postdoctoral fellow Matt Kaufman at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. Photo from Margot Bennett

fundamental part of what it means to make a decision.”

Churchland suggested that some of these conclusions may have a link to human behavior.

Each animal, however, has different behaviors, so “we always need to confirm that what we learn in one species is true for another,” she wrote in an email.

Parents, teachers, coaches and guest lecturers often look at the faces of young students who are shaking their legs, rocking in their chair, twiddling their thumbs or spinning their pens between their fingers. While these actions may be distracting to others, they may also play a role in learning and cognition.

The study “suggests that allowing certain kinds of movements during learning is probably very important,” Churchland said.

“When we want people to learn something, we shouldn’t force them to sit still. We should allow them to make movements they need to make which will likely help” in the learning process.

Churchland believes teachers already know that some students need to move. These educators also likely realize the tension between allowing individual students to be physically active without creating a chaotic classroom. “Most teachers are working hard to find the right balance,” she explained in an email.

She also suggested that different students may need their own level of movement to stimulate their thinking.

Some adults may have already developed ways to enhance their own thinking about decisions or problems. Indeed, people often take walks that may “finally allow those circuits you need for a decision to kick in.”

Down the road, she hopes to collaborate with other scientists who are working with nonhuman primates, such as marmosets, which are new world monkeys that live in trees and have quick, jerky movements, and macaques, which are old world monkeys and may be familiar from their island perch in an exhibit in the Central Park Zoo. Churchland said extensions of this research could also go in numerous directions and address other questions. She is hoping to learn more about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and the brain.

“We don’t know when that strategy [of using movement to trigger or enhance thinking] interferes with the goal,” she said.

“Maybe the movements are a symptom of the learner trying to engage, but not being able to do so.”

Ultimately, Churchland expects that different pathways may support different aspects of decision making, some of which can and likely are connected to movement.

Horoscopes of the week LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 It is sometimes good to look at the world through rosecolored glasses, Libra. However, do not let this cloud reality to the point that you do not see the truth.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 You are so busy with various activities that it is impossible to be bored for the next several days, Scorpio. You may be able to eke out a little time to recharge if you delegate.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, new friends come into your life this week. It’s an exciting opportunity to get to know new faces. You can benefit from expanding your social network.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Avoid a knee-jerk reaction to a stressful situation, Capricorn. You may find that not all stress is bad; some can spur you to accomplish things you never imagined.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, miscommunication can be a tough hurdle to clear. Make a greater effort to communicate effectively in the coming days and weeks.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Make family your top priority this week, Pisces.

Everything else can take a back seat for the time being. There will be time to get everything done.

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 A hectic few weeks find you looking forward to some time off, Aries. You may have to finish some complicated tasks first to free up moments for relaxation.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, this week, feelings that have been simmering just under the surface come to light.

Clear the air and you’ll discover everything was just miscommunication.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 There’s more going on with friends than meets the eye, Gemini. Do not rush to think something negative is going on. Keep an open mind and you could be surprised.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Temporary responsibilities at work have you feeling a tad overwhelmed, Cancer. This project was put in your hands, so you will have to see it through to the end.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Talk things through with a close friend before you swing into action, Leo. Sometimes it is better to have a springboard for ideas to see if things are truly feasible.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, you may be having doubts about just where the future will bring you. But you don’t have to be looking too far ahead for the time being. Focus on the here and now.

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30. Done at “inspiration point” 35. Eurasian mountain range 37. Jack of all trades’ sphere of expertise 39. More painful 40. Little bit, in Mexico 41. Open-mouthed 43. Classic TV’s Mr. Cleaver 44. Friend from Mexico 46. Power system 47. Batman’s cave, e.g.

48. Ketchup, to some 50. *a.k.a. Detective Tutuola 52. “To Kill a Mockingbird” author 53. Bangkok native 55. Yoga turf 57. *She likes dollars, she likes diamonds 60. *SAG and Golden Globe awards recipient 64. 2 halves of a diameter 65. Exchange for money 67. Watery-eyed 68. Turn upside down 69. To add, often used with “out” 70. Shockingly graphic 71. “Cobbler, cobbler, ____ my shoe” 72. Up and down nod 73. Horace’s poem

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3. Gaelic tongue 4. Not slouching 5. Something regularly observed 6. Debilitating spray 7. *The Notorious one 8. Opposite of bonjour 9. Distance from wingtip to wingtip, e.g.

10. Pay as you earn tax system 11. Ballistic missile acronym 12. Golf peg 15. Expression of pleasure, pl.

20. Boss, in Swahili 22. Vitruvian one 24. Ancient Roman silver coins 25. *”The hate you give...” artist 26. Scent 27. Like unspoken agreement 29. *Snoop’s last name?

31. Loose hood 32. Cattle enclosure in African village 33. Chill-inducing 34. *Beats by ____ ____ 36. Fireplace fodder 38. *”____ Rap Battles of History” 42. Possible allergic reaction 45. Bested 49. Sigma ____ Epsilon 51. Babble out 54. *Drake’s tattoo of the The Beatles’ “____ Road” 56. Bind 57. Super garb?

58. Port in Yemen 59. Orange peel 60. Cleaning cabinet supplies 61. Wyatt Earp’s card game 62. Desert quality 63. Jekyll’s alter ego 64. Cuba Libre ingredient 66. Israel Kamakawiwo’ole’s string *Theme related clue 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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No sour pickles here!

Pickle Festival celebrates 40th year in Huntington

The Greenlawn-Centerport Historical Association hosted its 40th annual Pickle Festival at the John Gardiner Farm in Huntington last Saturday. Hundreds of visitors enjoyed the last weekend of summer eating pickles on a stick, riding the Lollipop Train, navigating a corn maze and enjoying a tractor ride. The event also featured many vendors, live music, fried pickles, roasted corn and, of course, pickles for sale!

Photos by Heidi Sutton

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Barnes & Noble in Lake Grove at 600 Smith Haven Mall and in East Northport at 4000 E. Jericho Turnpike will present a reading of “How I Met My Monster” by Amanda Noll on Sept. 28 at 11 a.m. An activity will follow. Free. Call 724-0341 (LG) or 462-0208 (EN).

Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown presents “Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Jr.” through 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.

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Sand Recipes & Castles

Long Island Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson will hold a walk-in program titled Sand Recipes & Castles on Sept. 28 and 29 from 1 to 5 p.m. Create a recipe of sand and water to build a sturdy sandcastle at least 12 inches high. $5 per person. Call 331-3277.

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Long Island Science Center, 40 Peconic Ave., Riverhead presents a Science Saturday workshop on Sept. 28 from 2 to 3 p.m. Learn how to determine weather by cloud formation and the tools that are used. Watch a tornado spin and create a mini “tornado” to take home. Admission is $10, instructor-led workshop fee is $5. Call 208-8000.

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Squeezed, cooked, dried and baked apples are delicious and FUN! Children will leave with a variety of apple goodies. $35 per child. To register, call 689-8172 or visit www.bennersfarm.com.

‘Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Jr.’

‘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. Join Dorothy Gale as she ventures down the yellow brick road to see the Wizard. 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’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents “A Kooky Spooky Halloween,” a merry musical about a ghost named Abner who’s afraid of the dark, 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.

Film

‘Snoopy, Come Home’

As part of its Cinema For Kids series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen “Snoopy, Come Home” on Sept. 28 at 11 a.m.

The 1972 animated musical written by Charles M. Schulz features Woodstock in his first onscreen appearance. Rated G. Tickets are $12, $7 members, free for kids 12 and under. Visit www. cinemaartscentre.org.

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BOOK REVIEW

‘Lenny ... A Most Unusual Reptile’

By Jungle Bob

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Reviewed by Heidi Sutton

obert “Jungle Bob” Smith’s lifelong passion has been to learn everything he can about reptiles and amphibians. With a wealth of knowledge he has made it his mission to educate the public about these fascinating but mostly misunderstood creatures. The owner of Jungle Bob’s Reptile World in Selden and Oakdale presents hundreds of educational shows on Long Island every year and has a healthy following on YouTube.

Now the entrepreneur and educator can add author to his resume with the release of “Lenny ...

A Most Unusual Reptile,” the first in a series of children’s books with an anti-bullying message that teaches us that “our differences are what make us so unique.” Resembling a comic strip, the paperback also doubles as a coloring book with illustrations by Steve Sabella. I recently had the opportunity to interview Jungle Bob as he prepares for a book signing in Huntington on Oct. 3.

Tell us a bit about yourself.

My family is from Hells Kitchen in Manhattan, but I grew up in West Babylon, which is my alma mater. I currently live in Islip Terrace.

When did you realize you had a special love for animals, especially reptiles?

It was when I first moved to West Babylon at age 6. Being from Manhattan everything was new to me, even grass and trees, but it was the wildlife that I couldn’t get enough of. West Babylon was more rural back in those days.

What was your favorite place to visit as a child?

My favorite place to go as a child was the pond down the block from my house, Beaver Lake. It was there that I encountered reptiles, amphibians, fishing, ice skating and first experienced the outdoors in general.

What was your favorite children’s book?

My mom was always reading to me as a child and there were many, but “Curious George” sticks out. Reading to my three kids, “Good Night Moon” was a favorite.

Aside from operating your pet stores, what else do you like to do?

Jungle Bob has performed over 1,000 educational shows in the area since opening 10 years ago. That has kept me pretty busy!

I love the outdoors. Long Island has so many great places to hike. In the summer you can find me on any of the South Shore beaches, playing my favorite game Frisbee, which I am quite accomplished in. I am also a traveler with over 50 trips overseas, all in search of unusual wildlife and the outdoors.

How long have you been working on it?

Ten years! This book has been on my things to do list for a decade! I decided to just finish it in 2019 as a New Year’s resolution.

What is the book about?

Above, author Jungle Bob with the inspiration for his first book, a legless lizard.

What is your favorite animal?

A snake. Hands down. The first animal I ever captured was a garter snake in my front yard. I had been in the neighborhood for only a few days and didn’t connect with the local kids yet. One day I heard a scream from the other side of the hedges and this snake came slithering through to my side. I inexplicably picked it up just in time for all the locals to see as they had circled around the hedges to follow it. I was an instant celebrity. Then it bit me, and I was instantly cool.

Luckily garter snakes aren’t venomous but I had no idea what species I was holding; it just fascinated me in the way it moved. It didn’t blink, it was smoother than it looked, and the kids were mesmerized. My dad was a WWII veteran and a NYC cop and he ran for his gun! My mother was praying in Italian! They had all the fake facts about snakes. I have been hooked ever since.

Did you have many pets growing up?

We had cats mostly, as my mom liked them, but in the basement I always had snakes, turtles and frogs.

What inspired you to write this book?

Reptiles truly suffer from fake news.

Myths associated with them have survived for centuries, all the way back to the Bible in fact.

And I saw this misinformation then seep into children’s books. Why are they always creepy, crawly and up to no good? I correct those misnomers in every lecture but then decided to go one step further and make a factual children’s book to reinforce the truth. Lenny was born.

Although the goal was to paint reptiles in the proper light, the book is about anti-bullying.

We use animals instead of people to point out how wrong it is to make fun of someone else because they are different and acknowledge that not only is it okay to be different ... it may work out to your advantage!

Tell us about the main character, Lenny.

What kind of lizard is he and where does his species live?

Lenny is a reptile known as a legless lizard.

There are many species of these around the globe. Steve and I modeled the drawing after the Russian/Eastern European legless, but the story takes place in more familiar turf: Florida.

There are legless lizards there too.

What other creatures are represented in the book?

There are snakes, who are the antagonists to Lenny; a tortoise who is wise and helpful; a raccoon and an owl who are the “bad guys,” more appropriately predators; and another legless lizard named Lena who befriends Lenny and sets him straight about who he is.

Why did you pick the topic of bullying?

It wasn’t the forethought 10 years ago, but it clearly emerged as the topic after my many many edits over the years. I watched kids get bullied in my youth and no one ever stepped in to help. It’s a horrible thing to do and this is just one more way to reinforce how wrong it is.

What message do you hope to pass on?

I hope that all aged readers (parents for sure) learn something new about our natural world, like the differences between snakes and lizards, and that all these unusual animals aren’t evil in any way and that reptiles are often the victims of mammals and birds, not the other way around.

How cool that you decided to make it a coloring book also.

We figured they would just sell in the stores and the kids could bring in their work to show me! We are making individual sheets of certain pages for that and plan to hang them on the walls of the stores.

What kind of feedback have you gotten?

Of course it appeals to all reptile enthusiasts but every parent who picked it up has said something positive about the anti-bullying message, the quality of the drawings, the coloring book aspect, etc.

Is the book self-published?

Yes it is. It was fairly painless actually, once we understood the limitations of printing something in a short run and the costs involved in general we got it done fairly quickly.

What advice would you give to someone who is writing their first book?

Get it done! Make time away from all other daily interruptions. My excuse is running a retail business with live inventory for 10 years.

It distracted me to say the least.

Who is your target audience ?

This book is geared for 3- to 7-year-olds plus parents and grandparents, who tend to know the least about reptiles.

What will your next book be about?

It’s a secret, but anyone who has seen my shows knows the cast of characters I travel with! Castro the Cuban iguana, Jabba the African bullfrog, Rosie the tarantula and a dozen more should all have a book about them.

“Lenny ... A Most Unusual Reptile” is available at Jungle Bob’s Reptile World in Selden at 984 Middle Country Road, in Oakdale at 4130 Sunrise Highway, online at www.JungleBobsReptileWorld.com and at Book Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington.

Meet Jungle Bob along with Lenny the Lizard and friends at a book signing event at Book Revue (631-271-1442) on Oct. 3 at 7 p.m.

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