Times … and dates: Jan. 16 to Jan. 23, 2025

Times … and dates: Jan. 16 to Jan. 23, 2025

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MUSIC FOR A NEW ERA The Confero Clarinet Trio — from left, Anita Balazs, Misuzu Tanaka and Maxim Shtrykov — present a concert at the Huntington Jewish Center on Jan. 19. Photo by Denis Gostev
Thursday Jan. 16

Lunch & Learn

Huntington Historical Society continues its Lunch & Learn series with A 1920’s “Evening at the Theatre” with Marsha Collock, curator at the Village of Babylon Historical Society at Red Restaurant, 417 New York Ave., Huntington from noon to 2 p.m. Attention all flappers and sheiks! Travel back in time to 1923 for a night out at the theatre in Huntington. Gentlemen, grab your fedora and ladies, straighten your seams for a little history, a little vaudeville, a few films and a grand afternoon out. It will be the cat’s meow! Tickets are $55, $45 members and includes  a gourmet two-course meal and dessert. Cash bar available. To register, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

James Cagney Lecture

Northport Public Library, 151 Laurel Ave., Northport presents The Versatile James Cagney at 2 p.m.  James Cagney is best remembered as a tough guy and gangster in films such as The Public Enemy and Angels with Dirty Faces. Critics and audiences alike have considered his Academy Award-winning performance as George M. Cohan in Yankee Doodle Dandy to be his best film. His career spanned from vaudeville, musicals, and revues on Broadway in the 1920s, to a forty-year career in films. Join lecturer Marc Courtade for a special remembrance of this unique and versatile performer. To register, call 631-261-6930.

Atelier Art Reception

The Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield, Suite 6 & 9, St. James invites the community to an opening reception for its limited Artist Studio Clean-Out Exhibition from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. This show will include accessible artworks by the Atelier & students and instructors. All pieces on display will be priced under $500 and sized 18×24 or smaller. Coffee, cupcakes and cookies will be served. The show runs through Feb. 6. For more information, call 631-250-9009.

Audubon Society Lecture

Join the Four Harbors Audubon Society for its winter presentation, Birding to Change the World, via Zoom at 7 p.m. Guest speaker Trish O’Kane, author of Birding to Change the World: A Memoir, will share what birds can teach us about life, social change, and protecting the environment. To register, visit www.4has.org.

Friday Jan. 17

HAC Art Reception

Rescheduled from Jan. 10. Huntington Arts Council invites the community to its Master’s Showcase artist reception at the Main Street Gallery, 213 Main St., Huntington from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call 631-271-8423.

Third Friday at the Reboli

The Reboli Center for Art and History, 604 Main St., Stony Brook invites the community to the opening reception of “Being Human,” their latest exhibition by renowned Long Island-based artist Charles Wildbank,  from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Meet the artist and enjoy the breathtaking exhibition over light refreshments. This event is free to attend and open to the public, with no reservations required. 631-751-7707

Saturday Jan. 18

Defensive Driving Class
Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station offers a Defensive Driving course from 9:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $35.00. For more information, and to reserve your seat, call 631-928-1212 or visit www.cplib.org

Maple Sugaring Workshop

Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington hosts a Maple Sugaring workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This interactive program, geared for the average adult, will teach you how to identify and tap a maple tree so you can make real maple syrup at home. You will also learn the culture, historical, economical, and scientific background of this uniquely American Craft. Very short walk. Not recommended for children. $4 per person, Call 423-1770 for reservations.

Model Train Show

TMB Model Train Club at the Upper Room Church, 722 Deer Park Ave., Dix Hills hosts a Model Train Show Open House today from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Jan. 19 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy  multiple trains from prewar to the most modern O gauge trains running at all times. Fun for the whole family. Free admission. www.tmbmodeltrainclub.com

Superheroes of the Sky

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents Superheroes of the Sky from 11 a.m. to noon. Take a walking tour with Jim while he feeds the Center’s Birds of Prey and tells you about their incredible adaptations that help them survive in the wild. You’ll be seeing and learning about Bald Eagles, Turkey Vultures, owls, hawks and many more. $10 per adult, $5 per child under age 12. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org.

Port Jefferson Ice Festival – *This event has been postponed to Jan 25 and 26

Port Jefferson Business Improvement District (BID) in partnership with the Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce presents the 6th annual Port Jefferson Ice Festival today and Jan. 19 from noon to 5 p.m. featuring ice carving demonstrations by Guinness World Record Holder Richard Daly.  Fun, interactive ice displays, free tractor rides and new this year, Rolling Raoke’s Karaoke Bus! Inclement weather dates are Jan. 25 and 26. 631-473-1414

Sunday Jan. 19

Model Train Show

See Jan. 18 listing.

Port Jefferson Ice Festival – Postponed

See Jan. 18 listing.

LITMA Contradance – This event has been canceled.

Smithtown Historical Society’s Frank Brush Barn, 239 E. Main St., Smithtown hosts a LITMA Contradance at 2 p.m. with basic instruction at 1:45 p.m. Caller will be Bob Isaacs and the band for the dance will be The LITMA Contra Band. Admission is $15, $10 LITMA members, $7.50 students. Children under 16 are free with a paid adult. Please bring a friend (or two) and snacks to share at the break. 631-369-7854

Janice Buckner in concert

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook  presents a concert by Janice Buckner from 3 to 4 p.m.  The singer/songwriter is known for her original songs, puppetry, use of Sign Language, and movement. The event is free with general admission ticket purchase. 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org 

Ridotto Concert

Huntington Jewish Center, 510 Park Ave., Huntington hosts a Ridotto Concert: Music for a New Era featuring The Confero Clarinet Trio at 4 p.m. Program will include works by Beethoven, Brahms and more. Margaretha Maimone will narrate. Ticket are $35 adults, $30 seniors, $25 members, $12 students. To order, call 631-385-0373 or email [email protected].

Monday Jan. 20

MLK Luncheon

Town of Brookhaven will hold its annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Remembrance Luncheon at the Bellport Golf Club, 20 South Country Road, Bellport from noon to 3 p.m. with guest speakers, scholarship award presentations, and an onsite community service project. Lunch will be provided. Suggested donation is $20 adults, $5 kids and youth. For more information, call 631-451-6963.

Tuesday Jan. 21

Estate Planning Seminar

Join Burner Law for  Estate Planning Tools for Family Caregivers at Port Jefferson Free Library’s Meeting Room, 100 Thompson Street, Port Jefferson at 1 p.m. Brittni Sullivan, Esq. will give an insightful discussion on the importance of estate planning, explain key tools such as health care proxies and the roles of agents, trustees, and executors, and help family caregivers recognize when estate planning documents may need to be updated. Free. To register, email [email protected]. 

Wednesday Jan. 22

Wool Felting Workshop

Join the Huntington Historical Society for a Penguin Needle Felted workshop at the Conklin Barn 2 High St., Huntington from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Learn the creative art of wool felting! Your instructor, Michele Miroff, will provide all materials and guide you through creating an adorable wool-felted penguin. Materials included, felting needle yours to keep. $40 per person, $35 members. To register, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

Thursday Jan. 23

Reduce Your Energy Bill
PSEG’s Residential Energy Affordability Partnership (REAP) program is free for income-eligible
customers. Drop by Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and speak with a PSEG representative to learn how REAP can help you save energy and reduce your electric bills. No registration required. 631-928-1212

Native American Drumming

All Souls Church Rectory, 5 Mill Pond Road, Stony Brook hosts Native American Drumming Meditation workshop from 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Led by elder drummer, Ric Statler, drumming meditation seeks to integrate the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual parts of the human self, creating a state of well-being. Call 631-655-7798 for more information.

The Parlor of Mystery

Theatre Three, 412 Main St. Port Jefferson presents an evening of magic and wonder with The Parlor of Mystery at 8 p.m. This captivating show promises an unparalleled experience that combines mind-bending illusions, jaw-dropping magic, and side-splitting comedy. Featuring Bob Baker, Carl Mercurio and host Mike Maione. Tickets are $40. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

Film

‘Twisters’
Join Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station to watch Twisters starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, and Anthony Ramos on Jan. 16 from 2 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. To reserve your seat, call 631-928-1212 or visit www.cplib.org.

‘Dead Poet’s Society’

Walt Whitman Birthplace, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station kicks off 2025 with a Movie Night featuring a screening of Dead Poet’s Society on Jan. 16 at 6:30 p.m. Bring your own blankets. Popcorn and hot cocoa will be served. Free admission, $10 suggested donation. To RSVP, visit www.waltwhitman.org.

‘The Sixth Sense’

“I see dead people!” Join the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for a screening of The Sixth Sense on Jan. 17 at 9:30 p.m. When Dr. Malcolm Crowe, a distinguished child psychologist, meets Cole Sear, a frightened, confused, eight-year-old, Dr. Crowe is completely unprepared to face the truth of what haunts Cole. Dr. Crowe soon discovers that Cole has incredible sixth, he is visited by ghosts. The breakout film from director M. Night Shyamalan earned him Academy Award nominations for Best Director and Best Original Screenplay. Tickets are $16, $10 members. To purchase in advance, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

Theater

‘Crossing Delancey’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson continues its 54th season with Susan Sandler’s Crossing Delancey from Jan. 18 to Feb. 9. Isabel is an independent young woman living alone and working in a book shop. When not pining after a handsome author, she visits her grandmother in Manhattan’s Lower East Side. This spunky granny and her friend the matchmaker have found a “good catch” for Izzy, whose initial reluctance gives way to a blossoming romance when she finally meets Sam, the pickle vendor. A sincere, delightful, and loving comedy. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, and $25 for children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Heartbreak Hotel’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Heartbreak Hotel from Jan. 16 to March 2. The tribute to Elvis takes a closer look at the musical icon whose impact shaped the history of rock and roll as well as popular culture following him from his early days to his rise to become “The King of Rock and Roll.” Featuring over 40 Elvis hits and iconic songs including “That’s All Right,” “All Shook Up,” “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Burning Love,” “Good Rockin’ Tonight,” “Hound Dog,” “Love Me Tender,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Jail- house Rock,” “Are You Lonesome,” and “Blue Suede Shoes.” Tickets start at $80. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

Festival of One Act Plays

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents the 26th annual Festival of One-Act Plays at The Ronald F. Peierls Theatre on the Second Stage from March 8 to April 5. Featuring the world premieres of 7 one act plays. Tickets are $25. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘(Mostly) True Things’

(Mostly) True Things Storytelling show kicks off Valentine’s Day month with an all-comedy line-up of storytellers sharing true tales on the theme Bad Romance at The Performing Arts Studio, 224 E. Main St., Port Jefferson on Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. Featuring Ivy Eisenberg, Bryan Berlin, Brian Grossi, Sean Brown, Tracey Segarra and host Jude Treder-Wolff. Tickets are $20 online at www.mostlytruethings.com, $25 at the door (cash only).

Farmers Markets

Huntington Farmers Market

Spirit of Huntington Art Center, 2 Melville Road North, Huntington Station hosts the Long Island Winter Farmers Market every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from Jan. 5 through April 27. 631-470-9620

Port Jefferson Farmers Market

The Port Jefferson Winter Farmers Market returns to the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from Jan. 12 to the end of April. 631-802-216

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