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Trinity
Trinity
Trinity

ADOPT TRINITY!

Step into a world of love, loyalty, and husky charm with Trinity, this week’s featured Shelter Pet available for adoption at the Smithtown Animal Shelter. This extraordinary young lady is ready to fill your life with joy, adventure, and unconditional affection.

Trinity is a stunning female Husky, estimated to be just under a year old. With her shimmering white coat delicately outlined in black, she looks as if she stepped straight out of a snow-covered fairytale. Found wandering as a stray, Trinity was brought to the shelter in the hope that her family would come forward—but no one ever did. Now, this beautiful spirit is patiently waiting for a new chapter to begin.

Beneath Trinity’s striking appearance is a heart as warm as sunshine. She adores every person she meets, greeting everyone with a wagging tail and bright, expressive eyes. Her sweet, affectionate nature and gentle demeanor make her instantly beloved by staff and visitors alike. One moment with Trinity, and you’ll understand why she’s impossible to forget.

Like any young Husky, Trinity is smart, energetic, and playful—a pup with a zest for life and an endless supply of curiosity. She thrives on interaction and would flourish in a home that offers an active lifestyle and plenty of mental stimulation. Whether it’s a family hike, a playful romp in the backyard, or a cuddle on the couch, Trinity is ready for it all.

Trinity is showing promising signs of compatibility with other dogs, cats, and children, making her a wonderful fit for many types of households. She’s healthy, vibrant, and brimming with potential—just waiting for the right family to help her shine.

Shelter staff and volunteers agree; Trinity is the kind of dog that leaves paw prints on your heart… She’s affectionate, lively, and endlessly loving. Any family would be lucky to have her.

If you think your home might be the fairytale ending Trinity deserves, we invite you to fill out an application and schedule a Meet & Greet. Spend time with her in the shelter’s cozy domestic spaces, the dog runs, or take a stroll on their Dog Walk Trail—you’ll fall in love before you reach the halfway point.

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.

 

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By Heidi Sutton

What’s more fun than an Easter egg hunt? Here is a list of egg hunts on the North Shore for this weekend and next weekend so grab your baskets and a camera and hippity hop over to these fun springtime celebrations. 

Cold Spring Harbor

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will hold an Egg Hunt for children ages 0 to 6 on April 12, 13, 17, 18 and 19 with 20 minute sessions scheduled throughout the day. Fee is $12 per participating child, $5 helper siblings ages 7 to 12, $7 adults, $6 seniors. Children must be accompanied by a parent. By reservation only at www.cshfishhatchery.org. 516-692-6768

Commack

Burr Intermediate School, 202 Burr Road, Commack hosts a free egg hunt with over 4,000 eggs on April 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with games, prizes, special golden eggs and a free photo of your child with the Easter Bunny. Register at www.commackegghunt.com. 631-486-3811

East Northport

Island Christian Church, 400 Elwood Road, East Northport will host a free Easter Egg Hunt on April 19  from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Activities will include face painting, crafts, games, bounce houses, photo-ops, and of course, hunting for eggs! You may even see the Easter Bunny! Held rain or shine. Free. Visit islandchristian.com/easter to register. 631-822-3000

East Setauket

Benner’s Farm hosts their Easter Egg Hunt Weekend on April 18, 19 and 20 this year. File photo by Rita J. Egan/ TBR News Media

— Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt celebration on April 18, 19 and 20 with craft vendors, barnyard animals to see and hold, an egg hunt in the fields (at your purchased time slot), pictures with the Spring Bunny and more! This is a ticketed event only. Tickets are sold online only for $13.50 per person. To register, visit www.bennersfarm.com. 631-689-8172

— Three Village Church, 322 Main St., East Setauket invites children up to 5th grade to an Easter Egg Hunt on April 19 from 10 a.m. to noon. with games, story time, crafts, face painting and more. No tickets needed. Free. 631-941-3670

Farmingdale

— The American Airpower Museum, Hangar 3, 1230 New Highway, Farmingdale will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. along with an Easter Tram Rides, photos with the Easter Bunny and visit their  “Bunny Patch” to adopt your very own plush toy bunny or chick!  No pre-registration or tickets required. Admission for adults $20, seniors/vets $15, kids ages 3-12 $10. 631-293-6398

— Village of Farmingdale hosts its annual Easter Egg Hunt for children up to 11 years old on April 12 on the Village Green, 361 Main St., Farmingdale at 11 a.m. followed by photos with the Easter Bunny. Free. Rain date is April 13 at 2 p.m. 516-249-0093

— Stew Leonard’s, 261 Airport Plaza, Farmingdale hosts an Easter egg hunt on April 15 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Take photos with the bunny and collect eggs filled with candy and other prizes from costumed characters. Free for ages 8 and younger. Get tickets at eventbrite.com. 516-962-8210

Farmingville

Farmingville Historical Society will hold its annual Easter Egg Hunt at Arboretum Park, 10 Maple Lane, Farmingville on April 19 at various times from noon to 3 p.m. Embark on an Easter Egg Adventure into the historic firehouse for fun activities, meet a real life bunny and take a photo with the Easter Bunny. $15 per child. Register at FHSLI.org.

Flanders

Children ages 2 to 9 are invited to join an  Easter egg hunt for “duck” eggs at The Big Duck Ranch, 1012 Flanders Road, Flanders on April 19 at noon. Prizes will be given out for the winners in each age group. Bring your camera for photo ops with the Easter Bunny. The Long Island Duck Farming exhibit will also be open to the public. Free. Rain date is April 26. 631-284-3737.

Huntington

Children ages 1 to 8 can enjoy a spring celebration and egg hunt at Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington on April 19 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Activities including a petting zoo, arts and crafts, a meet and greet with Mr. Bunny and a special concert by FunikiJam. $20 per child. Held rain or shine. Register at www.caumsettfoundation.org/programs.

Melville

Take part in an Easter Egg Hunt at White Post Farms, 250 Old Country Road, Melville  on April 12 to 13 and April 14 to 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Meet the Easter Bunny, visit the bunny holding station, see a magic show and much more. Admission is $29.95. 631-351-9373

Port Jefferson

Meet the Easter Bunny at the annual Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce sponsored Easter event on April 19. Photo by Kyle Barr

Children ages 2 to 8 are invited to join the Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce for an Easter Egg Hunt following the annual Easter Parade in the Village of Port Jefferson along Main Street on April 19 at 12:45 p.m. Line up in front of the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson at 1 p.m. after the parade. Photo ops with the Easter Bunny will be from 1:15 p.m. to 2 p.m. Free. 631-473-1414

Port Jefferson Station

Brightview Senior Living, 1175 Route 112, Port Jefferson Station will host an Easter egg hunt, storytime fun with local children’s authors, photos with the Easter Bunny and a special Easter basket raffle on April 13 from noon to 4 p.m. Reserve your spot at www.eventbrite.com.

Rocky Point – just added!

The Rocky Point annual Easter egg hunt for ages infant to 5th grade will be held at Robert Miner Park, aka Rocketship Park, Hallock Landing Road, Rocky Point on April 15 at 11 a.m. (egg hunt at noon) with face painting and tattoos. Photos with the Easter Bunny are $5.

St. James – rescheduled to April 19

Children can hunt for Easter eggs at Deepwells Farm in St. James on April 19. Photo by Greg Catalano

St. James Chamber of Commerce will host a Spring Egg Hunt for children ages 1 to 10 at Deepwells Farm, 2 Tayor Lane, St. James on April 19 at 1 p.m. with a surprise visit from the Easter Bunny. Free. No rain date. 631-584-5810

Selden – This event has been canceled due to the weather.

Join Brookhaven Town Councilman Neil Manzella and the Middle Country Youth Civic Association for a community Easter egg hunt at Veterans Park, Boyle Road, Selden on April 12 from 10 a.m. to noon. Free. 631-451-6647

Setauket

Caroline Episcopal Church, 18 Caroline Ave., Setauket hosts a community Easter Egg Hunt on April 19 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Enjoy games, prizes, snacks, a live magic show, face painting, an Easter hat contest, hat parade and a special long-eared guest. Free. Register online at carolinechurch.net/egghunt2025 631-941-4245

Smithtown – rescheduled to rain date of April 13

Join Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown for a Spring Festival and Egg Hunt on April 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with musical entertainment by Lena and the Happy Clam Band, games, animal presentations, crafts, face painting, pony rides, egg hunts, and a visit by the Easter Bunny. $25 children, $5 adults.  Register at www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Wading River – rescheduled to April 13 and April 19

Bakewicz Farms, 291 Route 25A, Wading River will hold an Easter egg hunt on April 13 and April 19 at 1:30 p.m. Every child will leave with eggs filled with candy, stickers, and toys. Enjoy face painting and take pictures with the Easter bunny. $15 per child. For tickets, visit www.bakewiczfarmsny.com.

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PEACE AND QUIET

This healthy flock of wild turkeys was spotted at a local cemetery this week enjoying solitude among the gravestones.  Photo by Heidi Sutton

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By Heidi Sutton

Holiday hams and deviled eggs may take center stage at Easter gatherings, but edible crafts offer a reminder of the magic of the season that’s found in moments spent together.

Simple recipes that call for a dose of creativity are perfect ways to bring the kids to the kitchen, made even easier when all that work leads to sweet treats.

Remember, these delicious crafts don’t have to be perfect — having fun and making memories that last a lifetime are what make Easter truly special. 

Mini Easter Bundts

Recipe courtesy of Cookin’ Savvy

Mini Bundt Cakes

YIELD: Makes 24 servings

INGREDIENTS:  

1 box confetti cake mix

1 stick butter melted

4 eggs

1 cup milk

Chocolate Toppers:

1 cup each color melting chips of desired colors

silicone Easter candy molds of desired shapes

1 pouch ready-made green icing

DIRECTIONS: 

Heat oven to 350 F.

Mix cake mix, butter, eggs and milk. Pour into greased mini bundt pan and bake 20-25 minutes. Let cool and remove from pan.

To make chocolate toppers: In bowl for each color, melt melting chips in 1-minute intervals in microwave until thoroughly melted. Pour into baggies and snip corner. Pipe melted chips into molds and freeze 15-20 minutes. Pipe green icing onto mini bundt cakes for “grass” then place chocolate mold pieces on top.

Substitution: Save time on toppers by replacing with store-bought chocolate bunnies, eggs, crosses or marshmallow bunnies.

Easter Sugar Cookies

Recipe courtesy of Cookin’ Savvy

INGREDIENTS:  

Icing:

1/3 cup meringue powder

1/2 cup warm water plus additional for thinning (optional), divided

3 tablespoons vanilla

1 bag 2 pounds powdered sugar

2 tablespoons corn syrup

assorted food coloring

Cookies:

2 sticks unsalted butter at room temperature

1 cup sugar

1 egg

1 tablespoon vanilla

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 dash salt

3 cups all-purpose flour

DIRECTIONS:

To make icing: Mix meringue powder, 1/2 cup warm water, vanilla, powdered sugar and corn syrup. Separate into bowls and add food coloring; mix with water, as needed, to thin for piping.

To make cookies: Heat oven to 350 F. Cream butter and sugar. Mix in egg, vanilla, baking powder and salt. Mix in flour 1 cup at a time to form dough. Roll dough out to 1/4-1/2-inch thickness. Cut into shapes, place on baking sheet and freeze 10 minutes. Bake 8-12 minutes. Cool completely before icing. Place icing in zip-top or piping bags and cut off tips. Put cookies on parchment paper. Trace outline first then fill in middle. Use toothpicks to smooth out. Let dry 6 hours and finish decorating with different icing colors or edible markers

Easter Cake Pops

Recipe courtesy of Cookin’ Savvy

Easter Cake Pops

INGREDIENTS:  

1 box cake mix

1 can frosting

1 bunny chocolate mold

1 cakesicle mold

ice pop sticks

1 bag white chocolate chips or melting chips

cake pop sticks

1 bag orange melting chips

2 tablespoons canola or coconut oil divided

1 bag green melting chips

pastel sprinkles

1 piece hard foam optional

edible markers

DIRECTIONS:

Bake cake according to package instructions and let cool completely. Crumble cake and mix with 1/2 can frosting until dough forms. Add more frosting, if needed. Using small cookie scoop, form dough into balls and set aside. Place dough in bunny molds then pop out and set aside with balls. Place dough in cakesicle mold, insert ice pop stick in each slot and freeze 5-10 minutes. Melt handful of white melting chips. Stick tip of each cake pop stick in chocolate then insert into every cake ball and bunny until each has one stick. Set aside to dry. Remove cakesicles from freezer and pop out of molds. In bowl, melt orange melts then mix in 1 tablespoon oil and transfer to cup. Dip cakesicles and scrape off excess using rim of cup. Place on parchment paper to dry.

In bowl, melt green melts then place in zip-top or piping bag. Cut tip off bag, pipe carrot leaves onto piece of parchment paper and let dry. Melt remaining white melts and mix in remaining oil. Transfer to cup and dip ball-shaped cake pops and bunnies then tap stick on edge of cup to remove excess.

Over separate bowl, sprinkle ball-shaped pops with pastel sprinkles. To keep ball shape, let dry by sticking in piece of hard foam. Bunnies can dry face side up on parchment paper. After bunnies are dry, use edible markers to make face and color in ears. When carrots and leaves are dry, remelt orange melts and place in piping or zip-top bag. Cut off tip and drizzle orange over carrots. Add small line of orange on each ice pop stick and place leaves on each stick. Let dry.

 

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Easter is right around the corner! Celebrate early at one of the following pancake breakfasts with a visit from the Easter Bunny. Don’t forget your camera!

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Selden Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary & Jr. Company will be hosting their annual breakfast with the Easter Bunny, at Engine #1, 44 Woodmere Place, Selden from 8 a.m. to noon with pancakes, raffles to win some Easter Basket goodies, and pictures with the Easter Bunny. $12 per person at the door. Children under the age of 3 are free. 631-732-1234

Pancakes with the Easter Bunny

Mt. Sinai Fire Department Company 1, 746 Mt. Sinai Coram Road, Mt. Sinai hosts its 15th annual Pancakes with the Easter Bunny from 8 a.m. to noon. Come out and eat some pancakes, see the Easter Bunny and take a chance on a raffle. Admission is $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, children under age 4 are free at the door. For more information, call 631-530-3820.

Pancake Breakfast w/Easter Bunny

The Polish American Independent Ladies Auxiliary presents a Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at the Polish American Independent Club, 35 Jayne Blvd., Port Jefferson Station with seatings at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Enjoy pancakes, sausage and fruit served with orange juice, coffee and tea, free photo booth and a chance to meet the Easter Bunny! Tickets are $20 adults, $10 children ages 6 to 17, $2 ages 5 and under at the door. Call 516-383-3456 for more information.

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SPRING HAS SPRUNG! Time for 'The Adventures of Peter Rabbit' at Theatre Three. The show opens on April 16. Photo courtesy of Theatre Three
*Please note Easter egg hunts are posted separately.
PROGRAMS

First Steps Into Nature 

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents First Steps Into Nature for children ages 2 to 4 on April 11, April 18 and April 25 at 9:30 a.m. Little ones will learn about nature through hands on interaction, music, crafts, stories, play and more. $20 per child per class. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Art Explorers Club

Start your weekend with art, in both English and Spanish! Join bilingual Museum Educator Kim Zambrano at The Heckscher Museum, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington for an Art Explorers Club for ages 5 to 10 on April 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Children will learn about Robert Graham Carter’s works on view and then have the opportunity to create their own wooden 3-D Creative Critter, using natural materials to craft their piece, while enjoying a memorable hands-on experience at the museum. $5 per family. To register, visit www.heckscher.org. 631-380-3230

Growing Up Wild

Town of Brookhaven continues its free nature programs with Growing Up Wild at Cedar Beach Nature Center, 244 Harbor Beach Road, Mt. Sinai on April 12 at 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. Children ages 3 to 6 with a caregiver will explore a nature topic with a story and activity. Registration required by emailing [email protected].

Pond Exploration

Join the staff at Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington for a Pond Exploration on April 12 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Discover what makes a pond, and the life that is in it! Through activities and some supplied pondlife children ages 6 to 10 will search for critters that live in a pond. $4 per child. Reservations on Eventbrite.com.

Second Saturdays in the Studio

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook continues its Second Saturdays in the Studio series on April 12 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Families are welcome to join educators in the LIM studio and participate in a hands-on activity or art project inspired by exhibitions on view. Included with museum admission. All supplies provided. Children under 16 must have an adult with them. No registration necessary. 631-751-0066

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington hosts a Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on April 14 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008

Spring Break at the Hatchery

Join Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor for Spring Break with Animal Tracks on April 14, Bird Buffet on April 15, Nature Detectives on April 16 all from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $7 adults, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 3 to 12. 516-692-6768

Earth Day Workshops

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport presents fun Earth Day Workshops for children in grades K-3 during Spring Recess on April 14 and 15 from 10 a.m. to noon and for preschoolers with an adult on April 16 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. $20 per child. For further details and to register, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Spring Break at the Whaling Museum

Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor for Spring Break from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with Ultimate Animals on April 15; Mythic Monsters on April 16; Superheroes of the Sea on April 17; and a Dragon Egg Workshop on April 18.  No registration required. Admission fee plus $10 per participant, $5 members. 631-367-3418

Spring Spectacular

Hop on over to Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket for a Spring Spectacular on April 16 between 10 a.m. and noon.  Enjoy spring crafts, games, and contests indoors, plus the Suffolk Libraries’ Bus, music, and more waiting for you outside (weather permitting). Families with babies through 6th graders welcome. Open to all. No registration required. Questions? Email [email protected]. 631-941-4080

FILM

‘Hop’

Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce invites the community to a screening of Hop at the Chamber Train Car, corner of Route 112 and Nesconset Highway, Port Jefferson Station on April 10, 11, 15 and 17 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and April 12 at noon and again at 3 p.m. $20 per person includes popcorn , a cookie and a special visit from the Easter Bunny. To RSVP, call 631-821-1313 or visit www.pjstchamber.com.

‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’

As part of its Cinema for Kids series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington presents a screening of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on April 13 at noon. In New York, mysterious radioactive ooze has mutated four sewer turtles into talking, upright-walking, crime-fighting ninjas. The intrepid heroes – Michelangelo, Donatello, Raphael and Leonardo – are trained in the Ninjutsu arts by their rat sensei, Splinter. When a villainous rogue ninja, who is a former pupil of Splinter, arrives and spreads lawlessness throughout the city, it’s up to the plucky turtles to stop him. Rated PG. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. www.cinemaartscentre.org.

THEATER

‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Musical’

John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Diary of  a Wimpy Kid The Musical from March 22 to April 27. Read the books? Watched the movies? Now experience the musical! Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way. All seats are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. 

A Royal Princess Party

Tickets are now on sale for A Royal Princess Party: A Villainous Tale of Magic! at the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 East Main St., Smithtown from April 12 to May 4. Just in time for Spring Break, the princesses return to the Royal Kingdom of Smithtown to get together and explore some magical artifacts. Special surprises and magical touches make this show a royal treat! Tickets are $17.50 per person. To order, call 1-800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘The Adventures of Peter Rabbit’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson celebrates Spring Break with the return of The Adventures of Peter Rabbit from April 16 to May 10 with a sensory friendly performance on April 27 at 11 a.m. With the help of his sisters—Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-Tail—and his cousin, Benjamin Bunny, Peter Rabbit learns the power of sharing and caring in this adorable musical. All seats are $10. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

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STEP RIGHT UP! Bubi the Clown invites you to Flip Circus under the big top at the Smith Haven Mall through April 15. Photo courtesy of Flip Circus
Ongoing

Flip Circus in Lake Grove

Flip Circus returns to the Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove from April 4 to 15. Experience the magical moments under the red and white big top with trapeze artists, acrobats, jugglers and more! Show times are 7 p.m. on weekdays; and 1 p.m., 4 p.m., and 7 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets are $15 for children and $50 for adults, with senior/military/handicap and family pack discounts available at www.flipcircus.com or at the  box office during each engagement.

Thursday April 10

TCAC art reception

Trinity Community Art Center, 130 Main St., Northport invites the community to an opening reception for “Reflections of Autism” by artist Erich Preis from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The exhibition runs through April 27. 631-637-2278

Atelier at Flowerfield reception

Join the Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield, Suites 6 & 9, St. James for an opening reception for “Inside and Outside The Box,” a solo exhibition of Dino Rinaldi’s latest artwork, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The exhibit runs through May 22. 631-250-9009

Crafts & Cocktails

Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor for Crafts & Cocktails: Beachy Botanicals from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Just in time for spring, enjoy the floral notes of a refreshing Botanical Bliss cocktail or mocktail while crafting a unique whelk shell planter. Discover the cultural history of the channel whelk, then be inspired by the swirling geometry of these shells as you decorate your planter complete with a plantlet to take home! For adults 21 and up. $35 per person. Register at www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Spring Wreath Making Workshop

Create a floral spring wreath with Diana Conklin of Diana Everlasting at the Reboli Center for the Arts, 64 Main St., Stony Brook from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. A beautiful wreath in your decor is something special but a beautiful wreath made by you is even better! $45 per person includes all materials. For ages 12 and up. Call 631-751-7707 to register.

Thankful Thursdays

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport continues its Thankful Thursdays series with a free family-friendly planetarium show at 7 p.m. After the show, an astronomy educator will invite you to look through a telescope at the night sky (weather permitting). Recommended for ages 8 and up. For complimentary tickets, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Comedy Night at the CAC

Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Stand Up/Sit Down comedy series in the Sky Room Cafe with live stand up with Richie Byrne at 8 p.m. followed by a Q&A with host Steven Taub. Tickets are $35, $25 members. To purchase in advance, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

Friday April 11

An evening of Opera

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 270 Main St., Northport presents an concert by Opera Night Long Island at 7:30 p.m. featuring performances by Darlene Bennett, Michaela Larsen, Georgia Rehbock, Christina Russo, Rebecca Rutkovsky, Ariana Warren, Logan Dell’Acqua and Arthur Lai. $10 donation, students free. 631-261-8808

The 7 Fingers in Duel Reality

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook presents The 7 Fingers in Duel Reality on the Main Stage tonight and April 12 at 8 p.m. This otherworldly production showcases a unique blend of circus, theatre, illusion, music, and dance, creating a jaw-dropping performance for audiences of all ages. Set against the backdrop of a tale reminiscent of Romeo and Juliet, two warring families clash in a series of thrilling challenges, each more daring than the last. Tickets range from $47 to $66. To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Grounds and Sounds concert

Grounds and Sounds Cafe, UUFSB, 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket hosts a concert featuring Annie Mark Ensemble at 8:15 p.m. The show begins with an Open Mic at 7:30 p.m. (signup at 7 p.m.); the main act goes on at 8:15 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person, available in advance at www.groundsandsounds.org or at the door. For more information, call 631-751-0297.

Saturday April 12

The 7 Fingers in Duel Reality

See April 11 listing.

Grateful Paw Yard Sale fundraiser

Come support Grateful Paw Cat Shelter, 3 Verleye Ave., East Northport at their Yard Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Browse their selection of household items, jewelry, toys and more. 631-757-4517

Port Jeff Health & Wellness Fair

The Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce presents their 16th Annual Health and Wellness Fest at The Meadow Club, 1147 Rte. 112, Port Jefferson Station from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Featuring over 50 health and wellness vendor tables along with a food court, health screenings, plenty of giveaways and much more. Free.  631-473-1414, portjeffhealth.com

Shred-Recycle-Dispose event

Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station and Brookhaven Town Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich host a Shred-Recycle-Dispose at the library from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your paper documents for secure shredding, electronic devices for recycling, and old prescription drugs for safe disposal. No registration required. Questions? Call 631-928-1212.

Red Barn Thrift Shop reopens

Save the date! The Red Barn Thrift Shop at the Mt. Sinai Congregational Church, 233 North  Country Rd. Mt. Sinai will reopen for the season today and will be open every Saturday from 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. through the fall. For more information, call 631-473-1582.

Volunteer Open House

Ever thought about volunteering at a museum? Northport Historical Society, 215 Main St., Northport will hold a Volunteer Open House from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Come learn more about what their amazing volunteers do and the opportunities available. For more information, call 631-757-9859.

Model Train Show

Train Masters of Babylon Model Train Club at the Upper Room Church, 722 Deer Park Ave., Dix Hills hosts a Model Train Show Open House on Saturday, April 12 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come see their new 6500 square foot Come check our progress and enjoy  multiple trains from prewar to the most modern O gauge trains running at all times. Fun for the whole family. Free admission. For more information, visit www.tmbmodeltrainclub.com

Second Saturdays Poetry

The Second Saturdays poetry series continues at All Souls Church in Stony Brook via Zoom from 11 a.m. to noon. Former Suffolk County Poet Laureate Barbara Southard will be the featured poet followed by an open reading. All are welcome to read one of their own poems.  For more information, call 631-655-7798.  Participants can access the program through the All Souls website https://www.allsouls-stonybrook.org/

Easter and Spring Farm Festival – *This event has been postponed to April 19 due to the weather.

Hippity hop to the Smithtown Historical Society, 239 East Main St., Smithtown for an Easter and Spring Festival from noon to 4 p.m. Enjoy a day of farm fun with spring crafts, an Easter scavenger hunt for a special prize, live music, craft and food vendors, pony rides, face painting, farmhouse tours and a special visit from the Easter Bunny. Rain date is April 13.  Tickets are $10 per person, $7 members, children under the age of 3 are free at the door or in advance at www.eventbrite.com.

Sunday April 13

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Selden Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary & Jr. Company will be hosting their annual breakfast with the Easter Bunny, at Engine #1, 44 Woodmere Place, Selden from 8 a.m. to noon with pancakes, raffles to win some Easter Basket goodies, and pictures with the Easter Bunny. $12 per person at the door. Children under the age of 3 are free. 631-732-1234

Pancakes with the Easter Bunny

Mt. Sinai Fire Department Company 1, 746 Mt. Sinai Coram Road, Mt. Sinai hosts its 15th annual Pancakes with the Easter Bunny from 8 a.m. to noon. Come out and eat some pancakes, see the Easter Bunny and take a chance on a raffle. Admission is $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 children, children under age 4 are free at the door. For more information, call 631-530-3820.

Pancake Breakfast w/Easter Bunny

The Polish American Independent Ladies Auxiliary presents a Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at the Polish American Independent Club, 35 Jayne Blvd., Port Jefferson Station with seatings at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Enjoy pancakes, sausage and fruit served with orange juice, coffee and tea, free photo booth and a chance to meet the Easter Bunny! Tickets are $20 adults, $10 children ages 6 to 17, $2 ages 5 and under at the door. Call 516-383-3456 for more information.

Golden Girls Gone Wild fundraiser

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents The Golden Girls Gone Wild: Dorothy’s Wedding fundraiser on the Second Stage at 11 a.m. The “girls” are back at it, but this time to get Dorothy hitched. It really was bad luck for the groom to see the bride before the wedding because he gets knocked off before making it to the altar. Using clues, help solve the murder during this interactive brunch. Tickets are $125 and includes show and brunch. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

Reboli Center art reception

Join the Reboli Center for Art & History, 64 Main St., Stony Brook for a closing reception for its Figure & Form exhibit from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Enjoy light refreshments, meet the artists, and explore a stunning showcase of contemporary art. 631-751-7707

Emmett Hughes in concert

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook  presents singer-songwriter Emmett Hughes in concert at 3 p.m. The singer-songwriter writes and performs original songs featuring an eclectic mix of styles; rock, reggae, pop and singer songwriter, together with heartfelt lyrics. The event is free with general admission ticket purchase. 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org

Lucy Kaplansky in concert

WUSB’s Sunday Street Series continues at The Long Island Museum, Stony Brook with a concert by Lucy Kaplansky in the Carriage Museum’s Gillespie Room at 5 p.m. Named the “troubadour laureate of modern folk,” Kaplansky will accompany herself on guitar, mandolin and on piano. Tickets in advance are $30 at www.sundaystreet.org. Any remaining tickets at the door are $38 (cash only).

Arriza Under the Stars

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport presents Arrizza Under the Stars, an exclusive planetarium live performance by local artist and musician Yannaki Arrizza, based on his recent 2022 album release Astronomia from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.  The music includes brilliant electronic soundscapes that combine digital and analog synthesizer sounds along with modern textures provided by the latest digital-audio technologies. Tickets in advance at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org are $35, $40 at the door.

Monday April 14

Ukranian Egg Workshop

Huntington Historical Society presents an Ukranian Egg Papier Mache workshop with Oksana Danziger at the Conklin Barn, 2 High St., Huntington from 6 to 8 p.m. At this special Easter/Spring workshop, participants will be painting beautiful papier-mâché eggs, which are twice the size of real eggs—making them much easier to decorate with intricate designs! Perfect for all skill levels. $45 per person, $40 members. To register, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

Hip pain treatment lecture

St. Charles Hospital’s Wisdom Conference Center, 200 Belle Terre Road, Port Jefferson will hold a free community lecture on “Modern Approaches to Conservative and Non-Conservative Treatment of Hip Pain” with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Gregory Minutillo from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. To register, call 631-474-6797.

Country Line Dancing

Celebrate St. James presents Country Line Dance lessons with Natalie at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 2nd St., St. James from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come learn the hottest dances! $15 per person at the door. Please RSVP at  www.celebratestjames.org.

Emerson Legacy Concert

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook present an Emerson Legacy Concert in the Recital Hall at 7 p.m. Settle down for an intimate evening of classical music and cabaret, featuring Emerson String Quartet cellist Paul Watkins (on piano!) alongside Stony Brook University alumna and Metropolitan Opera star Christine Goerke. The pair will be joined by Emerson String Quartet members Eugene Drucker, violin, and Larry Dutton, viola, for an enthralling classical and cabaret program. Ticket prices range from $49 to $56. To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Sound Beach Civic meeting

Sound Beach Civic Association will hold a meeting at the Sound Beach Firehouse, 152 Sound Beach Blvd., Sound Beach at 7:30 p.m. On the agenda is a senior scam seminar presented by the Suffolk County DA’s office and the Suffolk County police. 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 cinemaartscentre.org.

Tuesday April 15

Travel Presentation Club meeting

Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket hosts a meeting of the Travel Presentation Club at 7:30 p.m.  Patricia Paladines will make a presentation entitled “ A World of Birds: Photo Journal of Avian Encounters.” All are welcome. Please contact [email protected] for further information.

Shades of Bublé

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport continues its Special Events series with Shades of Bublé at 8 p.m. With three voices singing incredible songs like “Feeling Good,” “Moondance,” “Sway,” “Come Fly With Me,” “Home,” “Everything,” “Fever,” “Save the Last Dance for Me” and many more, the concert brings the swinging standards and pop hits of Michael Bublé to the stage in an unforgettable high-energy concert event. $45 per person. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

Wednesday April 16

Fire Island Lighthouse lecture

Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to explore the history of the iconic Fire Island Lighthouse from 1826 to the present with author Bill Bleyer at 7 p.m. Books will be available for sale and signing. To register, call 631-928-1212 or visit www.cplib.org

The Honey Badgers in concert

The Honey Badgers, a Newark, Delaware-based folk and Americana duo,  perform during the monthly Hard Luck Cafe concert series co-presented by the Folk Music Society of Huntington and the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington in the Cinema’s Sky Room from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.  An open mic, for which sign-up begins at 6:30 p.m, precedes the concert.  Tickets are $25 ($20 for Cinema Arts Centre/FMSH members) at www.cinemaartscentre.org or at the box office.

Thursday April 17

Huntington Walking Tour

Huntington Historical Society presents a Masonic temple tour with Ron Seifried, Chairman, Jephtha Masonic Lodge and Town Historian Robert Hughes at 6:30 p.m. Participants will learn about their history, practices, mission, and historic significance, and will be able to enjoy a drink from the lodge bar. This tour will begin at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, located at 228 Main Street in Huntington Village. $25 per person, $20 members. Register at www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

Film

‘Dust to Dust’

The Port Jefferson Documentary Series continues its spring season with Dust to Dust at the First United Methodist Church, 603 Main Street, Port Jefferson on April 10 at 7 p.m. Director Kosai Sekine follows haute couture designer Yuima Nakazato as he discovers the grave impact of “fast fashion” on the environment and then challenges his team and his industry to act more sustainably. Resources on recycling and a upcycled fashion show to follow the screening. Tickets are $10 at the door (cash only) or at www.portjeffdocumentaryseries.com.

‘Free for All: The Public Library’

In partnership with Independent Lens, the Greater Port Jefferson-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council will host an Indie Lens Pop-Up screening of the documentary Free for All: The Public Library by Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor at the Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach on Friday, April 11 at 6 p.m. The documentary tells the story of the U.S. public library system—a simple idea that shaped a nation and the quiet revolutionaries who made it happen. The event will be followed by a library fair where MCPL representatives across the library’s departments show all the ways libraries serve their communities. Free but registration is required by visiting www.gpjac.org.

Theater

‘Waitress The Musical’

John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Waitress The Musical from March 13 to April 27. Based on the 2007 movie, it tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. Faced with an unexpected pregnancy, Jenna fears she may have to abandon the dream of opening her own pie shop until a baking contest in a nearby county and the town’s handsome new doctor offer her a tempting recipe for happiness. To order, call 631-261-2900 or go to www.engemantheater.com.

‘Wait Until Dark’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson continues its Mainstage season with Wait Until Dark from April 18 to May 11. One of the American theatre’s greatest suspense plays, Jeffrey Hatcher’s gripping new adaptation of Frederick Knott’s classic sets the action in 1944 Greenwich Village. Susan, a woman who recently lost her vision, is imperiled by con men searching for a mysterious doll. Trapped in her apartment, Susan draws on new depths of resourcefulness as the story builds to its extraordinary, breath-taking conclusion. Contains adult situations. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Priscilla, Queen of the Desert’

Suffolk County Community College, 533 College Road, Selden presents Priscilla, Queen of the Desert – The Musical in the Shea Theater in the Islip Arts Building April 17 to 19 and April 23 to 26 at 7:30 p.m. and  April 27 at 2 p.m. Based on the smash-hit movie, the play is the heartwarming, uplifting adventure of three friends, Tick, Bernadette and Adam, a glamorous Sydney-based performing trio who agree to take their show to the middle of the Australian outback. Featuring hits like “It’s Raining Men,” “I Will Survive,” “Hot Stuff,” “Boogie Wonderland,” “Go West,” “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun,” and “I Love The Nightlife.” General admission is $15, veterans and students 16 years of age or younger $10. SCCC students with current ID get one free ticket. To order, call 631-451-4163.

(mostly) TRUE THINGS 

The Performing Arts Studio, 224 East Main St., Port Jefferson presents a (mostly) TRUE THINGS Storytelling Show on April 26 at 7 p.m. Join them for a compelling evening of true stories – with a twist on the theme GAME ON! Hosted by Jude Treder-Wolff, the show will feature Marc Abbott, Aaron Foss, Cyndi Zaweski, and Jezrie-Mercano-Courtney. 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 through April 27. 631-802-2160

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2024 Grand Prize Winner, Children Category: Twins Sharing Ice Cream by Avihai Vaday

Calling all photographers! Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, 50 Hauppauge Road in Commack is accepting applications for its 2025 Photo Contest. Entries will be accepted through April 21.

Amateur photographers and students are invited to submit their best photos for a chance to win a recognition award and cash prizes and the opportunity to have their work permanently displayed in the Center’s renowned Tiffen Gallery for the enjoyment of residents, staff and visitors.

2024 Winner, Resident – Staff Selection:
Basket Full of Love
by Jennifer Carpentieri

The Contest garners nearly 1000 submissions each year from across the globe which are judged by a panel of professional photographers for clarity, composition, subject matter and suitability for display at the nursing and rehabilitation center.

Grand Prize, Honorable Mentions, as well as a Best-in-Show winner will be awarded in 12 categories: Landscapes, Travel, People, Pets, Children, Wildlife, Nature, Still Life, Student, Altered/Enhanced, Long Island/ New York and Action/ Sports. Gurwin residents and staff also weigh-in on their favorites for a “Resident/ Staff Selection” winner.

Photos chosen by the judges are enlarged to 20×28 prints, beautifully framed and displayed in Gurwin’s 460-bed nursing and rehabilitation center.

“Each year we are so very impressed by the incredible work submitted and grateful for the support shown to our Center, and in turn, the residents in our care,” said Stuart B. Almer, President and Chief Executive Officer of Gurwin Healthcare System.

Entry forms are available for download here or via email at [email protected]. Up to seven 8×10 printed photos per photographer at a $5 donation per entry will be accepted. Deadline for submissions is April 15. Winners are revealed at an awards presentation ceremony at Gurwin.

For more information, call the Gurwin Corporate Communications office at 631- 715-2562 or 631-715-2569.

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By Heidi Sutton

What better way to hop into the spring season than with these adorable bunny butt cupcakes? These Easter bunny cupcakes have a bright, lemony white cake base with a marshmallow and white chocolate bunny diving into homemade buttercream “grass” frosting. Not only does this spring dessert make a delightful addition to your festive Easter spread, it’s also the perfect way to get the kids involved with seasonal activities.

Bunny Butt Cupcakes

Recipe courtesy of Amanda Rettke

Bunny Butt Cupcakes

YIELD: Makes 24 servings

INGREDIENTS:  

1 (2 layer size) white cake mix or your favorite cupcake recipe

1 tablespoon Pure Lemon Extract divided

1 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract

3/4 cup white chocolate chips

2 sticks butter softened

16 ounces confectioners’ sugar

2 tablespoons milk

10 drops Green Food Color

1-2 drops Red Food Color

12 large marshmallows halved crosswise

3 tablespoons white nonpareil sprinkles

DIRECTIONS:

Prepare cake mix as directed on package, adding 1 tablespoon lemon extract and vanilla. Spoon 3 tablespoons batter into 24 paper-lined muffin cups. Bake as directed on package for cupcakes. Cool cupcakes on wire rack.

To make bunny feet: In medium, microwave-safe bowl, microwave white chocolate chips on high 30 seconds. Stir until completely melted and smooth. Spoon into pastry bag or re-sealable plastic bag. Snip small corner from bag. Pipe 24 pairs of bunny feet onto parchment or wax paper-lined cookie sheet. Use toothpick to smooth out bumps or rough edges, and gently tap cookie sheet on counter to help settle. Allow to harden 2 minutes in freezer or 15 minutes in refrigerator.

To make frosting: In large bowl, beat butter and remaining lemon extract until light and fluffy. Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, beating well after each addition and scraping sides and bottom of bowl frequently. Add milk; beat until light and fluffy. Remove half the frosting and place in medium bowl. Add green food color; mix until evenly blended. Spoon into pastry bag fitted with grass decorating tip. Set aside. Remove half the remaining frosting into small bowl. 

Add red food color; mix until light pink. Spoon into another pastry bag.Using pink frosting, pipe three toes and padding on each bunny foot. Once frosting has set (about 1 hour) gently press down on pink frosting to create smoother look.

To assemble cupcakes: Pipe green frosting onto each cupcake in series of short motions to create individual grass spots. Cover top of each cupcake completely.

To make bunny butts: Place cut sides of marshmallow halves onto each frosted cupcake, leaving room for bunny feet. Shape remaining white frosting into dime-sized balls then roll with white sprinkles to cover. Pipe small drop of remaining pink or white frosting onto top of each marshmallow. Press bunny tail on top. Place both bunny feet against base of marshmallow with toes facing down.

Decorating tip: If you don’t have a grass tip, simply spread a thick layer of green frosting over the top of the cupcake. Then, using a fork, fluff frosting with an upward motion to create grassy texture.

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Catch a screening of 'Hop' at the Chamber Car in Port Jefferson Station this weekend!
PROGRAMS

Mommy/Daddy and Me

Mt. Sinai Congregational Church, 233 North Country Rd., Mount Sinai is sponsoring a Mommy/Daddy and Me program for children ages 0 to 12 months on April 3, April 10, April 17 and April  25 at 10 a.m. Fee is $100 for the four sessions. Please contact Kevin at [email protected] or call 631-473-1582 to register.

First Steps Into Nature 

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents First Steps Into Nature for children ages 2 to 4 on April 4, April 11, April 18 and April 25 at 9:30 a.m. Little ones will learn about nature through hands on interaction, music, crafts, stories, play and more. $20 per child per class. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Egg Hunt at the Hatchery

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will hold an Egg Hunt for children ages 0 to 6 on April 5, 6, 12,, 13, 17, 18 and 19 with 20 minute sessions scheduled throughout the day. Fee is $12 per participating child, $5 helper siblings ages 7 to 12, $7 adults, $6 seniors. Children must be accompanied by a parent. By reservation only at www.cshfishhatchery.org. Click here to register.

Doll Tea Party at the Museum

Northport Historical Society, 215 Main St., Northport hosts a Doll Tea Party on April 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kids will enjoy drinks and pastries, do fun crafts and activities, and get to see historical items from the collection related to tea. Dress up in your finest tea party attire for this exciting event! All children must be accompanied by an adult. Recommended for ages 5+. Tickets are $30 per child, $25 adults. RSVP at www.northporthistorical.org.

Little Artists Workshop 

Walt Whitman Birthplace, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station presents a Little Artists Workshop on April 5 at 11:30 a.m. Artist Robert Stenzel will guide students in making a  shining creation at a dip dyed stained “glass” workshop. Use paper and watercolor to create your own unique dip-dyed window ornaments that will light up any room! For children in Pre-K through 4th grade. Cost is $20 per child. To register, visit www.waltwhitman.org.

All Kids Fair

Huntington Hilton, 598 Broad Hollow Road, Melville will host the 14th annual All Kids Fair on April 6 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with over 80 kid-centered exhibitors. Activities include bounce houses, petting zoo, music, face painting, balloon animals, puppies to cuddle, kid’s classes, arts and crafts and much more. Tickets purchased in advance are $5;  $10 for children ages 2 and up and $5 for adults at the door. www.AllKidsFair.com/Tickets.

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington hosts a Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on April 7 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008

Homeschool Hangout

Join Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket for a get-together designed for homeschooled children ages 5 to 12 on April 9 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Kids can relax, socialize, and build friendships in a welcoming environment. Enjoy casual hangout time before diving into creative group crafts, experiments and activities that connect fun & learning! Questions? Email [email protected]

Who’s Hatching?

Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park presents a Tiny Tots program, Who’s Hatching?, on April 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Children ages 3 to 5 with a parent/caregiver will enjoy short walks, stories, dances, animal visitors, and crafts. $4 per child. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.

FILM

‘Hop’

Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce invites the community to a screening of Hop at the Chamber Train Car, corner of Route 112 and Nesconset Highway, Port Jefferson Station on April 3, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15 and 17 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and April 12 at noon and again at 3 p.m. $20 per person includes popcorn , a cookie and a special visit from the Easter Bunny. To RSVP, call 631-821-1313 or visit www.pjstchamber.com.

‘School of Rock’

As part of its Cinema for Kids series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington presents a screening of School of Rock on April 6 at noon. Fired from his band, and facing a mountain of debts and depression, Dewey impersonates his friend to get a job as a fourth-grade substitute teacher at an uptight private school where his attitude and hijinx have a powerful effect on his students. Rated PG-13. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. www.cinemaartscentre.org.

THEATER

‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Musical’

John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Diary of  a Wimpy Kid The Musical from March 22 to April 27. Read the books? Watched the movies? Now experience the musical! Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way. All seats are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

A Royal Princess Party

Tickets are now on sale for A Royal Princess Party: A Villainous Tale of Magic! at the Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 East Main St., Smithtown from April 12 to May 4. Just in time for Spring Break, the princesses return to the Royal Kingdom of Smithtown to get together and explore some magical artifacts. Special surprises and magical touches make this show a royal treat! Tickets are $17.50 per person. To order, call 1-800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘The Adventures of Peter Rabbit’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson celebrates Spring Break with the return of The Adventures of Peter Rabbit from April 16 to May 10 with a sensory friendly performance on April 27 at 11 a.m. With the help of his sisters—Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cotton-Tail—and his cousin, Benjamin Bunny, Peter Rabbit learns the power of sharing and caring in this adorable musical. All seats are $10. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

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