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A Column Promoting a More Earth-Friendly Lifestyle

By John L. Turner

John Turner

The collective impacts to the environment to grow the food that sustains us is astronomical. Using more of the food you purchase is a worthwhile way to reduce your impact on the planet.  

A recent article in Living Well (a Newsday supplement) points out that when it comes to produce it’s not just the typical vegetable target that you bought that’s edible, but often the entire plant. And the bonus is no food waste and your dollar is stretched a tiny bit further. 

For example, you can eat all of a beet plant, not just the delicious roots. The stems and leaves are delicious when sautéed and the same whole plant approach can be taken with carrots and leeks. If you like collard greens or kale don’t throw away the “ribs” but sauté or roast them.  

Another delicious use of the whole plant involves broccoli and cauliflower. The ribs and stems of both can be spiralized or disked and cooked. They taste as good as the heads themselves. No need to have any of these plant parts in your compost bin or worse yet in the garbage!

A resident of Setauket, author John L. Turner is conservation chair of the Four Harbors Audubon Society, author of “Exploring the Other Island: A Seasonal Nature Guide to Long Island” and president of Alula Birding & Natural History Tours.

 

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Last Chance Animal Rescue, a 501c3 not-for-profit organization that has saved over 20,000 animals since 2008, will celebrate a decade of saving lives with its 10th Annual Golf Fundraiser and Charity Dinner at Stonebridge Golf Links & Country Club, 2000 Raynor’s Way in Smithtown on Monday, August 5 starting at 11:30 a.m.

Serving as the rescue group’s largest fundraiser of the year, the event will feature special guest, NY Mets legend and Hall of Famer Howard Johnson. 

After a day of competing in 18-holes of golf, complete with individual hole contests and a complimentary beverage cart, participants can enjoy a three hour open bar and buffet dinner starting at 6:30 p.m. with raffles, a silent and  online auction, live music by George A. Barry and more. The silent and online auctions will include items such as: a day on the East End, a kayak, $500 Amazon gift cards, restaurant gift cards, and so much more!

All proceeds from the event benefit the organization’s efforts to rescue animals from in-humane kill shelters and relocate them to safe facilities and foster homes. For more information or to register, visit LCARescuegolf.com.

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PLEIN AIR MASTERPIECE

Stony Brook resident Jay Gao snapped this photo of artist Denise Franzino creating a beautiful work of art at Frank Melville Memorial Park while attending Gallery North’s 20th annual Wet Paint Festival in Setauket’s historic district on June 1. The well-attended two-day event featured over 40 artists, plein air art tours, nature and history walks, a visit from Sweetbriar Nature Center and live music.

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FIND YOUR INSPIRATION Drop by Long Island Museum's Studio to create a work of art inspired by the museum's exhibitions on June 8.

PROGRAMS

Animals have Dads Too!

Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park hosts a Tiny Tots program, Animals Have Dads Too!, on June 6 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Enjoy short walks, stories, dances, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3 to 5. $4 per child. Advance registration required by calling 631-269-4333.

First Steps Into Nature 

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents First Steps Into Nature: Wonderful Wildlife for children ages 2 to 4 on June 7 at 9:30 a.m. Sweetbriar’s experienced educators help open up the wonders of the natural world for children through hands-on activities, live animals, crafts, and much more. $20 per child. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Open Farm Day

Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket will hold an Open Farm Day on June 8 from noon to 4 p.m. Hold baby bunnies/chicks, visit and feed barnyard friends, swing on the big swing, and more! Bring a snack and have a picnic. Come play, come learn! No reservations required. Admission is $10 adults, $8 seniors and children. 631-689-8172

Second Saturdays in the Studio

Visit the art studio at the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook on June 8 between 1 and 4 p.m. for a hands-on activity. Create a unique work of art inspired by the exhibitions on view. Discover artists in the museum’s Power of Two exhibition who used printmaking methods to create their artwork. Find your inspiration in prints from Helen Frankenthaler, Lee Krasner and James Brooks and create your own masterpiece using gelli-print techniques. All supplies are provided. Children under 16 must have an adult with them. Free with admission to the museum. 631-751-0066

Jewelry Making Workshop

Children ages 3 to 12 are invited to drop by Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket for a jewelry making workshop on June 8 from 2 to 4 p.m. Make beaded bracelets or necklaces with teen volunteers. Free and open to all. Questions? Email [email protected]

THEATER

‘The Mystery of the Missing Ever After’

“Where in the world is our happy ending?” Stories collide and mysteries abound as three great princesses come together to solve The Mystery of the Missing Ever After at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from May 25 to June 15. A slipper, a spinning wheel, and a red, red rose are all clues in this hilarious new musical! All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘Seussical the Musical’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport continues its children’s theater with Seussical the Musical from June 1 to June 30. “Oh the Thinks You Can Think!” Dive into the colorful world of Dr. Seuss as The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who sets off to save a speck of dust containing The Whos from destruction. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, imagination, loyalty, and community are challenged and emerge victorious. Tickets are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. See review on page B27.

FILM

‘Freaky Friday’

Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids! series with a screening of Freaky Friday on June 9 at noon. Dr. Tess Coleman and her teenage daughter Anna have one thing in common: they don’t relate to each other on anything. Then one Friday night they find themselves trapped inside each other’s body. Literally forced to walk in each other’s shoes, will they gain respect and understanding for the other’s point of view? Tickets are $13 adults, $5 children 12 and under. www.cinemaartscentre.org.

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FAMILY FUN Saints Phillip and James Church in St. James kicks off its annual Family Festival on June 13. File photo by Steven Zaitz/TBR News Media
Thursday June 6

Crafts & Cocktails

Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor for Crafts & Cocktails: Clownfish from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Enjoy a rainbow cocktail as you discover why all clownfish are born male and how tropical hamlets manage to be both male and female at the same time. Then try your hand at quilling, a trendy paper craft with ancient roots, to create a 3D quilled ocean scene. For adults 21+. $30 per participant, ​$20 for members. Register at www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Next Chapter Author Talk

Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino heads to The Next Chapter, 204 New York Ave., Huntington at 7 p.m. to speak about and sign his book, Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation – How I Overcame Addiction, Loss, and Prison. No ticket is necessary to attend this event. You will be able to reserve your copy of the book and pick it up on the night of the event. Books may also be purchased the night of the event. 631-482-5008

Friday June 7

No events listed for this day.

Saturday June 8

Safe Boating Course 

The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor hosts a NYS Safe Boating Course from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for adults and children ages 10 and older. Join them to receive your NYS Safe Boating Certificate. Learn the essentials of safe boat operation, regulations, and responsibilities of boat ownership. This course meets the NYS education requirement for the Personal Water Craft Operation Permit, Youth and Adult Boating Certificate. ​$35 per participant. To register, visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Lavendar Festival

Waterdrinker Family Farms, 663 Wading River Road, Manorville hosts a Lavendar Festival and French Market today and June 9 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tiptoe through Lavender Lane and enjoy beautiful photo displays, live music, food trucks, local vendors and family fun! $20 per person for ages 3 and older at the gate. 631-878-8653

St. James Strawberry Festival

St. James Episcopal Church, 490 North Country Road, St. James will host their annual Strawberry Festival from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Featuring raffle baskets, baked goods, garden table, lunch, antiques, Grandpa’s Garage, children’s activities, church and cemetery tours and, of course, strawberry treats! Free admission. 631-584-5560

Caumsett Hike

Join the staff at Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington for a History of Caumsett Hike from 9:45 to 11:45 a.m. On this hilly, moderately long walk (approx. 2 miles), you will study the park’s social economic, architectural, and political history.  Adults only. $4 per person. Reservations required. 631-423-1770.

Northport Maritime Day

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary – Flotilla 22-02  will host a Northport Maritime Day and Blessing of the Fleet at Northport Village Park and Dock from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with music, farmers market, children’s activities, exhibits, tours of vessels and a parade of boats (11 a.m.).  www.maritimeday.net

Makers Faire Long Island

Long Island Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson hosts the 7th annual Makers Faire Long Island at the Explorium, Port Jefferson Village Center and Harborfront Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. With over 100 makers and more than 2000 participants of all ages, attendees will have the opportunity to explore innovative robotics, interactive art, and much more through hands-on exhibits and performances at the Long Island Explorium, Village Center, and Harborfront Park. longisland.makerfaire.com See more on page B11.

Butterfly Festival

To celebrate the opening of its butterfly Vivarium, Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown will host its annual Butterfly Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The day will be filled with wildlife presentations, craft vendors, food trucks and musical performances. $25 admission per carload. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Pottery and Craft Show

Join the Brick Clay Studio & Gallery, 2 Flowerfield, St. James for their  Annual Outdoor Pottery and Craft Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop for one of a kind hand-made pottery by members, jewelry. oil paintings, wood working, candles, wire botanicals, needle craft and more along with raffles, live music, and refreshments by Level Up Kitchen.  The Gallery will also be open to browse and purchase unique handmade pottery made on the premises.  833-THE-BRICK, www.thebrickstudio.org  

Manorville Strawberry Festival

Lenny Bruno Farms, 740 Wading River Road, Manorville will hold their third annual Strawberry Festival today and June 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with artisan vendors, live music, face painting, food trucks and more. Admission is $10 per person, free for children 2 and under. 631-591-3592

Super Yard Sale

The Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge will hold its annual Yard Sale at the Graham’s House, 53 Brooksite Drive, Smithtown today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and June 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lots of treasures! 631-584-6316

Second Saturdays Poetry Reading

All Souls Church in Stony Brook continues its Second Saturdays Poetry Reading via Zoom from 11 a.m. to noon. The featured poet will be Rosie Wiesner followed by an open-reading. All are welcome to read one of their own poems.  For more information, please call 631-655-7798.  Participants can access the program through the All Souls website https://www.allsouls-stonybrook.org/

Car Show and Craft Fair

The Sachem North Leo’s Club will host its Annual Car Show and Family Craft Fair at Sachem North High School, 212 Smith Road, Lake Ronkonkoma from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring a car show, live music, food trucks, vendors, games and basket raffles. Rain date is June 9. 631-219-0226

Public Art Crawl

Town of Huntington presents the 4th annual Public Art Crawl, a celebration of the thriving art and cultural community in the village, from noon to 5 p.m. with live art, music, children’s activities, mural scavenger hunt, art and pub tours, local art market and more. Rain date is June 15. 631-423-6100

A Night of Comedy

The St. James Fire Department’s Rescue Company and Auxiliary presents A Night of Comedy fundraiser at Station #2, 221 Jefferson Ave., St. James with dinner, drinks, raffles, 50/50 and a show with comedians John Santo and Tommy Gooch. Doors open at 5 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person. Ages 21 and over only. To order, call 631-521-6399

Deepwells Comedy Night

Deepwells Farm Historical Society, 2 Taylor Lane, St. James hosts a Comedy Night fundraiser starring Joey Kola with doors opening at 7:30 p.m. and show at 8 p.m. $60 per person includes Green Room Hour with refreshments, snacks, wine, coffee and tea. For ages 21 and over. Visit Deepwell’s Facebook page to RSVP.

LIGMC Pride Concert

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Stony Brook, 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket hosts a concert by The Long Island Gay Men’s Chorus at 8 p.m. Titled “Jukebox Saturday Night,” it features the greatest hits of all time from the glory days of vinyl from the 1950s through the turn of the 21st century. Tickets are $25 available online at ligmc.org/concerts & at the door.

Sunday June 9

Lavendar Festival

See June 8 listing.

Manorville Strawberry Festival

See June 8 listing.

Super Yard Sale

See June 8 listing.

Spring Car Show

Still Cruisin’  L.I. Car Club presents its 29th annual Spring Car Show at Amvets Post 48, 660 Hawkins Ave., Ronkonkoma from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with vendors, basket raffles and music. Donation requested for spectators. 631-732-1231

Mustang Car Show

The Mustang & Shelby Club of Long Island will hold a car show at Port Jefferson Ford, 4869 Nesconset Hwy, Port Jefferson Station from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come and see some of the best Mustangs and other Fords on Long Island at this judged car show. Free for spectators. 

Blessing of the Fleet

Mt. Sinai Yacht Club, 244 harbor Beach Road, Mt. Sinai hosts the 21st annual Blessing of the Fleet with boats lining up outside of Mt Sinai Harbor inlet at 11 a.m.  with a parade and blessing at 11:30 a.m. Prize for best decorated boat. 631-473-2993

Farmingville Street Fair

Farmingville Hills Chamber of Commerce hosts its 12th annual Farmingville Street Fair along Portion Rd, between Leeds Blvd. and Warren Ave. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come out for an afternoon of fun featuring live music and entertainment, a classic car show, activities for kids and bounce houses, plenty of delicious food, beer garden, and hundreds of vendors specializing in crafts, toys, jewelry, clothing, accessories, and more. 631-317-1738, www.farmingvillestreetfair.com

Duck Pond Day

The annual Duck Pond Day returns to the downtown Historical district of Wading River at the Wading River Duck Ponds,  2034 North Country Road, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come join this fun-filled street fair that celebrates the community. Featuring over vendors, live music and food trucks. Free admission. 631-886-2559

Long Island Pride Celebration

The Village of Huntington will host the 2024 Long Island Pride Celebration kicking off with a parade at noon. Participants will march down Main Street all the way to the intersection of Main Street and Prime Avenue, with a festival and concert featuring 5 hours of nonstop entertainment, vendors, family area, and beer & wine garden and so much more! www.lipride.org

Spring Rummage Sale

Temple Beth El Sisterhood, 660 Park Ave., Huntington will hold a Spring Rummage Sale today from 2 to 5 p.m. and June 10 (Bag Day ­— everything you can fit in a provided bag for $10 ) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop for clothing, jewelry, household goods, toys, art, CDs and DVDs and more. 631-421-5835 

Benner’s Farm Concert

Good Earth Soundstage at Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket welcomes Martha Trachtenburg and Tom Griffith with Jean-Paul Vest in concert from 3 to 5 p.m. $15 donation at the door. Bring seating. Proceeds will benefit the artists and Homestead Arts for this year’s Fiddle & Folk Festival. 631-689-8172

Sound Symphony Concert

Comsewogue High School, 565 Bicycle Path, Port Jefferson Station will host a concert by the Sound Symphony Orchestra directed by Maestro Dorothy Savitch at 2 p.m. The program will include works by Mozart, Wagner and Holst. Admission is $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students, children under age 12 are free. www.soundsymphony.org.

Ray Lambiase in concert

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook  presents a concert by Ray Lambiase from 3 to 4 p.m. The event is free with general admission ticket purchase. 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org. 

LIGMC Pride Concert

St. John’s Episcopal Church, 12 Prospect St., Huntington hosts a concert by The Long Island Gay Men’s Chorus titled “Jukebox Saturday Night,” featuring the greatest hits of all time from the glory days of vinyl from the 1950s through the turn of the 21st century at 5:30 p.m. immediately following the Long Island Pride Parade. Tickets are $25 available online at ligmc.org/concerts and at the door.

Monday June 10

Spring Rummage Sale

See June 9 listing.

Sound Beach Civic Meeting

Sound Beach Civic Association will hold at meeting at the Sound Beach Firehouse, 152 Sound Beach Blvd., Sound Beach at 7:30 p.m. Laura Hawrey, Director of the North Shore Public Library, will discuss the many services the library offers. All are welcome. For more information call 631-744-6952

Movie Trivia Night at the CAC

Join the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for a Movie Trivia Night at 8 p.m. Try to answer 50 questions based all around film, actors and actresses, awards, and everything else associated with the world of film. Challenge like-minded film fans in a battle of wits for cash and other prizes. You can form teams, so bring some friends and work together. Feel free to come alone and play solo as well! Hosted by Dan French. Tickets are $11 per person, $7 members at www.cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7610.

Here Comes The Sun in concert

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport continues its Special Events series with a performance by Here Comes the Sun tonight and June 11 at 8 p.m. This five-person band of multi-instrumentalists/vocalists will celebrate a decade of Beatles music including “She Loves You” to “Sgt. Pepper’s” and “Tax Man” to “Let It Be.” Tickets are $45. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

Tuesday June 11

Here Comes The Sun in concert

See June 10 listing.

NSJC Social Club event

North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to a special concert featuring the Bretton Woods Traveling Chorus featuring songs from show performances in the Social Hall at 11 a.m. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737

Next Chapter Author Talk

Next Chapter, 204 New York Ave., Huntington welcomes local author Patricia Ruth for an Author Talk and Book signing at 7 p.m. Ruth will discuss and sign copies of just published second novel LIQuID 5. To register, visit www.thenextchapterli.com. For more information, call 631-482-5008.

Wednesday June 12

Mattituck Strawberry Festival

The 69th annual Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival, 1105 North Road, Mattituck will be held today and June 13 from 5 to 10 p.m., June 14 from 5 to 11 p.m., June 15 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and June 16 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Highlights include strawberry shortcake, strawberries dipped in chocolate, live music, crowning of the Strawberry Queen, over 100 arts and craft vendors, carnival rides, food and fireworks on June 14, 15 and 16 (weather permitting). Admission varies based on festival days. www.mattituckstrawberryfestival.com

Support for Veterans

Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station will host a Support for Veterans event  from 10 a.m. to noon. Meet with a local veteran to learn about free resources for service members, families, and veterans of all eras. No registration required. Questions? Call 631-928-1212.

Cruise Night Car Show

The Shoppes at East Wind, 5720 Route 25A, Wading River hosts a Cruise Night Car Show every Wednesday through October from 5 to 9 p.m. Visit the Shoppes, enjoy a bite to eat and then check out the fine array of classic cars in the parking lot. 631-929-3500

Thursday June 13

Mattituck Strawberry Festival

See June 12 listing.

LIM Alzheimer’s Conference

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook presents its 8th Annual Arts and Alzheimer’s Conference from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Discover the vast and enriching opportunities available for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss. This daylong conference is intended for those who work in healthcare facilities, professional & family care partners, as well as the staff of cultural organizations who are looking to find meaningful ways to further connect with those living with dementia through the arts. Available in person or on Zoom at no charge. Preregistration is required by visiting www.longislandmuseum.org.

Community Blood Drive

A blood drive by New York Blood Center in memory of  NYPD Detective Anastasios Tsakos will be held  at Saint Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church, 1 Shrine Place, Greenlawn from 1 to 9 p.m. For more information, call 631-261-7272 or call 800-933-BLOOD.

St. Philip St. James Family Festival 

Saints Philip & James Roman Catholic Church, 1 Carow Place, St. James will host their annual Family Festival today, June 14 and 15 from 6 to 10 p.m. and June 16 from 5 to 9 p.m. This family friendly annual festival features exciting carnival rides for all ages by Newton Shows, delicious festival eats and carnival treats, games and  prizes, and fun for the entire family. Free admission, pay-one-price rides or individual rides. 631-584-5454

Theater 

‘The Producers’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents Mel Brooks’ The Producers from May 18 to June 22. With something to offend everyone, the hilarious show-biz hit follows the antics of a pair of scheming Broadway producers with a plan to put on the biggest flop of all time. Featuring “If You’ve Got It, Flaunt It,” That Face,” “Keep It Gay,” and the outrageous “Springtime for Hitler.” Contains adult humor and situations. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, $25 children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘Jersey Boys’

Extended! John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St. Northport presents Jersey Boys, the story of Franki Valli & The Four Seasons, from March 14 to June 30. They were just 4 guys from Jersey until they sang their very first note–a sound the radio just couldn’t get enough of. But while their harmonies were perfect on stage, off stage was a different story ­— a story that has made them a sensation all over again. Winner of the 2006 Tony© Award for “Best Musical,” Jersey Boys features the top ten hits “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” and “December, 1963 (Oh What A Night).” To order tickets, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. 

‘Peter and the Starcatcher’

Celebrate St. James presents a performance of Peter and the Starcatcher by the Lighthouse Repertory Theatre at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 Second St., St. James on June 7 at 8 p.m. with light refreshments at 7:30 p.m. A heartwarming adventure for the entire family. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students at www.celebratestjames.org. 631-941-0201

‘Romeo and Juliet’

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport continues its 35th annual Shakespeare in the Courtyard Festival with Romeo and Juliet from June 7 to July 5 (No performance June 19 & 21). Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy of star crossed lovers follows two families locked in an ancient rivalry. When two children from opposing sides fall in love, they challenge the imposed norms of the time and set both families on a path to ruin. Presented by the Carriage House Players, the show will take place in the mansion’s Spanish Revival Courtyard on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children. To order, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

‘Newsies’

Stop the presses! This Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit Newsies heads to the Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown from July 13 to Aug. 18. Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right! Tickets are $35 adults, $32 seniors, $25 students. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

CALENDAR DEADLINE  is Wednesday at noon, one week before publication. Items may be mailed to: Times Beacon Record News Media, P.O. Box 707, Setauket, NY 11733. Email your information about community events to [email protected]. Calendar listings are for not-for-profit organizations (nonsectarian, nonpartisan events) only, on a space-available basis. Please include a phone number that can be printed.

 

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Adopt Cadbury!

This weeks shelter pet is Cadbury, a healthy, fluffy, all white, domestic (male) rabbit that was brought to the Smithtown Animal Shelter as a stray.

Animal experts initially believed there was a possibility someone would come looking for him, but no one did.  Cadburys captivating personality suits his majestic good looks. He is very inquisitive and boasts a natural sense of adventure. While Cadbury is cautiously beginning to make new furry friends at the shelter, he will instantly befriend anyone willing to share a sweet treat with him. He’s all personality!

Cadbury would thrive in a home that can provide space for him to run and exercise. Small cages are not recommended, especially for a boy his size. Let’s help Cadbury begin his greatest adventure yet and find a forever home where he will be idolized as a cherished member of one lucky family.If you are interested in meeting Cadbury, please call ahead to schedule an hour to properly interact with her in a domestic setting.

The Town of Smithtown Animal & Adoption Shelter is located at 410 Middle Country Road, Smithtown. Visitor hours are Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Sundays and Wednesday evenings by appointment only). For more information, call 631-360-7575 or visit www.townofsmithtownanimalshelter.com.

Please note that Smithtown Animal Shelter is set up to accommodate Dogs and Cats exclusively. Only one exotic pet is able to be assisted at a time.

 

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Legislator Trotta donating blood at one of his sponsored drives at Travis Hall, Church of St. Joseph in Kings Park.
One Donation Can Save Three Lives

It’s time to batter up and give blood! Suffolk County Legislator Rob Trotta in conjunction with the Church of St. Joseph in Kings Park will host a community blood drive at Travis Hall located on the lower level of St. Joseph’s at 59 Church Street, on Wednesday,  June 12, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The drive is to benefit the blood banks maintained by Long Island Blood Services, which provides blood to hospitals throughout Long Island. Each donor will receive a pair of New York Mets tickets while supplies last.

To be eligible to donate blood, a person must be between the ages of 16 (16 with parental consent) and 76, (if older than 76, you need written permission from your doctor), weigh over 110 pounds and not have had a tattoo in the last three months. Please bring a valid photo ID with you. LI Blood Services recommends that you eat and drink plenty of fluids before donating. Previous donors should bring their blood donor card with them.

“Hospitals are always in need of blood supplies so it is important that if you can donate blood to do so because one pint of blood can help save three lives. We do a blood drive every year so I thank those who have attended in the past and hope you will consider donating again,” said Suffolk County Legislator Trotta.

For more information, please call Legislator Trotta’s district office at 631-854-3900.

 

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Photo courtesy of Fountaingate Gardens

In celebration of National Senior Health and Fitness Day, Cormack’s Fountaingate Gardens, an independent living community for active adults 62 years and better, hosted a Health and Fitness Fair filled with fun, fitness and informative activities to promote wellness and longevity on May 29.

“We are thrilled with the incredible success of our first Senior Health and Fitness Fair. We had a great turnout and enthusiastic participation from our community members, underscoring the importance of promoting successful aging through healthy, active lifestyles,” said John Mastacciuola, Executive Director of Fountaingate Gardens. “As a Blue Zone-inspired community, we are committed to fostering an environment that supports longevity and well-being. This event is a testament to our dedication to creating a healthier, happier future for our seniors.”

The inaugural expo featured:

  • Fitness Classessuitable for all levels of ability, including a member-favorite Stretch and Tone class and Chair Yoga, both held outdoors on the community’s rotunda. This area of the campus features the backdrop of a tranquil nature preserve, with native wildflowers, a cascading stream and a waterfall.
  • “Move it or Lose it!” Interactive Discussion that focused on the importance of regular physical activity for maintaining health and mobility as we age. In addition, FountaingateGardens’ wellness experts provided practical tips and answered questions, followed by a live exercise demonstration that got everyone moving.
  • Smoothie-Making Bikewhere participants pedaled their way to a delicious and nutritious smoothie! This unique activity playfully and interactively highlights the joy of combining exercise with healthy eating.
  • Blue Zone-inspired Food Tastingcourtesy of Fountaingate Gardens’ culinary team. Attendees had the unique opportunity to sample delicious and nutritious fare inspired by the Blue Zones, regions throughout the world known for their high longevity rates and healthy lifestyles. The sampling menu featured wholesome, plant-based dishes rich in nutrients, designed to fuel both body and mind, such as tabouleh salad, crudité cups and hummus dips.
  • A Wide Variety of Long Island Vendors showcasing health and wellness products, services and resources specifically tailored for seniors.

“Today’s event at Fountaingate Gardens highlights how special they make every day for us members,” said Sheila Maiman, a founding member of Long Island’s newest Life Plan Community . “I’ve met so many new people here and have gotten involved in so many things! It’s wonderful and it all adds joy to your life.”

Photo attached, credit Fountaingate Gardens.

Additional Photos available here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1j8kHEkkAbnQfdX-li80eaCaMClt1yCu7?usp=sharing

 

About Fountaingate Gardens
Fountaingate Gardens, sponsored by Gurwin Healthcare System, is an elegant, 129-apartment home independent living community located on Gurwin’s 36-acre campus in Commack. The addition of Fountaingate Gardens completes Gurwin’s Life Plan Community vision of providing Long Islanders with independent living and assisted living options, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, memory care and other healthcare services — all on one campus.

Fountaingate Gardens offers a vibrant, Blue Zone-inspired lifestyle for longevity for active adults aged 62 years and older. The community is comprised of beautiful apartment homes, myriad wellness-focused amenities and programs, and offers future financial and healthcare security, providing predictable monthly expenses and access to higher levels of care right on campus if ever needed. Visit FountaingateLI.org to learn more about this unique senior independent living community or call 631-715-2693.

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Lucille Betti-Nash demonstrates the pencil technique at the workshop.

By Daniel Dunaief

Their illustrations, which have graced the pages of journals for decades, tell tales that move and inspire people, emphasizing and recreating the beauty, power, elegance and fine structures of living and long extinct creatures.

Invited by Zooreach to join a workshop that employs a combination of story telling, theater and art, Stony Brook residents Stephen Nash and Lucille Betti-Nash, who are both successful scientific illustrators and have been married since 1990, recently traveled to Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu State in Southern India for two weeks to share their talents with local artists focusing on conservation and climate change.

The Nashes believe India is “poised to become a superpower and yet, one of the greatest challenges it faces is climate change” as well as population control, said Stephen Nash, Scientific Illustrator for the IUCN SSC Primate Specialist Group and Adjunct Professor in the Department of Art at Stony Brook University.

Indeed, during their fortnight in India, the Nashes experienced temperatures that were over 100 degrees every day. At the same time, a lighter monsoon season last year, which runs from June through September, meant that the reservoirs, which provide cities with water, were depleted and local wildlife was struggling to find places to drink.

Stephen and Betti-Nash, who had worked at Stony Brook and is now retired and doing freelance work, had hoped to see elephants during their trip, but the animals had retreated to more remote regions to find water. The Nashes did, however, see plentiful cows wandering. People practicing Hinduism consider cows sacred.

With support from the workshop provided by the US Consulate General, Chennai that is part of the Art for Conservation Program of Zoo Outreach Organization, the Long Island illustrators enjoyed their trip, made meaningful connections with local artists, and appreciated the amenities their hosts provided, including air conditioned rooms.

The Nashes continue to be in contact with the artists and appreciate how their hosts, Payal and Sanjay Molur, who is the Executive Trustee of Zooreach, took care of them “as though we were family.”

First steps

Before they traveled to India, the Nashes, who have done workshops in Peru in 2016 and Brazil in 2017, provided google drives with a set of folders including copyright free books on natural history that revealed various rendering techniques. They also shared United States government slides that revealed how artists depicted statistics of climate change.

Once the three-day class they taught began, the Nashes started their presentation with an introduction to the field of scientific illustration, including medical, forensic, technical, biological, archaeological, and paleontological areas, among others.

They discussed various illustrating techniques, from rendering various forms of wildlife to organizing and presenting scientific data. They communicated the importance of sticking to the scientific facts when producing art related to climate change and conservation.

The class, which was comprised of educators and artists in their 20’s and 30’s, were most intrigued by pen and ink illustrations. Using a pen dipped in ink, each artist could control the darkness and width of any mark by applying different pressure and changing the angle at which the pen crossed a page.

“We were pleasantly surprised by how well they took to pen and ink,” said Nash.

The Nashes didn’t bring any India ink, figuring that they could readily find it in the country that bears its name. “We were thinking it would be widely available, but we could not find it,” said Betti-Nash. “We had to settle for fountain pen ink, which was not waterproof.”

The Nashes and the students in the class discussed Manga, which are Japanese comics and graphic novels as a way of using the power of art as a sequential medium.

Betti-Nash demonstrated one of her technical strengths with water colors.

The students were “enraptured” when Nash created one of his illustrations, “watching every move with colored pencils,” Betti-Nash said.

Nash suggested they were hoping to inspire their students to come up with “their own local way of pictorially rendering data that would be more meaningful for them and for the people in their immediate village or community.”

To create illustrations that address the challenges of climate change and conservation, Nash takes what he described as a “Bing Cosby” approach, in which he tries to “accentuate the positive.” Optimistic by and about nature, Nash has seen how ecosystems can recover if allowed by humans. He prefers to show the beauty of an endangered animal rather than show a landscape denuded of trees with a lonely gibbon siting on a tree stump.

“I wouldn’t want an image with that negativity on my own walls,” Nash said. “It’s better to help people appreciate [nature] than to show the possible” cataclysmic results of climate change.

Betti-Nash urged the artists to draw their favorite animals, recreating whatever was their spark animal that led them to the field of conservation. Some chose endangered sharks, which are a part of the bycatch when commercial fishing vessels hunt for more valuable fish. Local students shared their appreciation for snakes, who perform an important role in Indian ecosystems.

Face to face with the real thing

Nash met the Molurs, who invited them to visit India, in the mid 1980’s, when he had done a drawing for a conservation education campaign on the lion-tailed macaque.

When he arrived in India, Nash saw three species of primates in the hills alongside the road in a protected area, including the lion-tailed macaque. Nash thought the animal was the size of a German shepherd, but realized it was closer to the dimensions of a domestic cat.

Nash focuses on capturing the character as well as the characteristics of an animal and suggested artists needed to be aware of the goals of their illustrations.

Betti-Nash likes to demonstrate the interaction of the animals she’s illustrating with the environment, including what they eat and what they provide to the ecosystem.

As for the workshop, Betti-Nash suggested the purpose was to “draw people in” and to get the artists to learn ways to be creative in their messages about conservation and climate change.

Nash added that they wanted to “open the students’ eyes to the possibilities and the vastness of scientific illustration” and to improve their analytic observational skills.

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Lenny Bruno Farms hosts its 3rd annual strawberry festival on June 8 and 9.

Save the date! Lenny Bruno Farms, 740 Wading River Road, Manorville will hold their third annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 8 and Sunday, June 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Festival-goers can look forward to exploring a wide variety of offerings, including mouthwatering treats from food trucks and artisan vendors, live music face painting, miniature pony rides, and engaging activities for children, teens, and adults. The jumbo garden games add an extra layer of fun for families to enjoy together. Admission to the festival area is $10 per person. Children 2 and under are free. 

For those looking to get their hands on the freshest strawberries, the strawberry u-pick area offers an additional adventure. Admission to the u-pick area is $10 per person, which includes one pint of strawberries. Visitors can also enjoy a scenic hayride to the u-pick area, providing unique photo opportunities for families and friends to capture cherished memories.

“We’re thrilled to welcome visitors to our 3rd annual Strawberry Festival,” said Dominick Bruno, owner at Lenny Bruno Farms. “This event is a celebration of all things strawberry, and we’re excited to offer a range of activities and experiences for our guests to enjoy. From live music to strawberry picking, there’s something for everyone to savor.”

The farm will host a series of events through the Fall including a Sweet Summerfest on Aug. 3 and 4. For a full line-up, visit www.LennyBrunoFarms.com/events.

More festivals ….

St. James Strawberry Festival

St. James Episcopal Church, 490 North Country Road, St. James will host their annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 8 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Featuring raffle baskets, baked goods, garden table, lunch, antiques, Grandpa’s Garage, children’s activities, church and cemetery tours and, of course, strawberry treats! 631-584-5560

Mattituck Strawberry Festival

The 69th annual Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival, 1105 North Road, Mattituck will be held on June 12 and 13 from 5 to 10 p.m., June 14 from 5 to 11 p.m., June 15 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and June 16 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Highlights include strawberry shortcake, strawberries dipped in chocolate, live music, crowning of the Strawberry Queen, over 100 arts and craft vendors, carnival rides, food and fireworks on June 14, 15 and 16 (weather permitting). Admission varies based on festival days. www.mattituckstrawberryfestival.com

Rocky Point Strawberry Festival 

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 716 Route 25A, Rocky Point presents their annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday, June 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with craft vendors, delicious food and desserts, bake sale, HUGE Tag Sale, gift basket raffles, and children’s activities. 631-744-9355

Pick Your Own Strawberries..

The following farms on the North Shore offer u-pick strawberries in mid-June. Always call before you go to check availability. 

• Anderson Farms, 1890 Roanoke Ave., Riverhead. 631-727-2559 or 631-727-1129

• Hodun Farms, 4070 Middle Country Rd., Calverton. 631-369-3533

• Domaleski Farms, Route 48, Mattituck. 631-734-6886

• Harbes Family Farm, 715 Sound Ave., Mattituck. 631-298-0800

• Wickham’s Fruit Farm, 28700 Rte. 25, Cutchogue. 632-734-6441

• Lewins Farms, 812 Sound Ave., Calverton. 631-929-4327

• Rottkamp’s Fox Hollow Farm, 2287 Sound Ave., Baiting Hollow. 631-727-1786

• Windy Acres, 3810 Middle Country Road, Calverton. 631-727-4554

•  Patty’s Berries and Bunches, 410 Sound Ave., Mattituck. 631-655-7996

• Condzella’s Farm, 6233 North Country Road, Wading River. 631-929-4697

• Golden Acres Organic Farm, 652 Peconic Bay Blvd., Riverhead. 631-722-3302

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