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By Heidi Sutton

During a trip to Haydens Orchard (formerly Davis Peach Farm) in Wading River last week to pick up some white peaches I was surprised to see their apple trees already laden with fruit. It made me think of my favorite dessert, apple pie. Most families have a favorite recipe that they love. Here are two more — Grandma’s Apple Pie and Brown Butter Apple Pie — to add to your culinary repertoire.

Grandma’s Apple Pie

YIELD: Makes 8 servings

INGREDIENTS:

Double Crust Pie Pastry

1 large egg, beaten

6 to 7 cups apples, peeled and sliced

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1⁄2 cup granulated sugar

3 tablespoons flour

1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1⁄8 teaspoon nutmeg

DIRECTIONS: 

Preheat oven to 425 F. Peel apples and cut in quarters. Remove the core and slice apples into 1⁄4-inch to 1⁄8-inch thick. In a large bowl, combine apples, lemon juice, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Toss well to combine and set aside.

Roll half of the dough into a 12-inch circle. Line a 9-inch pie plate with the pastry dough. Fill with apple filling. Roll the remaining crust and gently place it over the apple mixture. Seal the edges by gently pinching the top and bottom crusts together. You can fold or decorate the edges by crimping or pressing with a fork. 

Beat the egg and 2 teaspoons of water or milk. Cut 4 to 5 slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape. Brush with egg mixture and sprinkle with sugar. Bake at 425 F for 15 minutes, reduce heat to 375 F, and bake an additional 35 to 40 minutes or until the crust is golden and the apples are tender.

Cool at least 30 minutes before serving. 

Brown Butter Apple Pie

YIELD: Makes 8 servings

INGREDIENTS:

Streusel Topping:

1/2 cup flour

1/4 cup chopped pecans

2 tablespoons light brown sugar

4 tablespoons butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Filling:

4 tablespoons butter

6 to 7 cups apples, cut into 1/4-inch slices

1/2 cup light brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla

3 tablespoons flour

1 deep dish frozen pie shell

DIRECTIONS: 

Preheat oven to 375 F.

To make streusel topping: Mix flour, chopped pecans and light brown sugar. Stir in butter using fingertips until incorporated with small lumps of butter visible. Refrigerate.

To make filling: In large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until amber, stirring often. Set aside to cool. In large bowl, stir sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, vanilla and flour using spatula. Pour brown butter over apples and mix, scraping skillet with rubber spatula to incorporate brown butter bits. 

Place frozen pie shell on baking sheet. Add 2 cups apple mixture into shell, gently pressing apple slices for even base. Add remaining apple slices and gently press. Sprinkle streusel topping evenly over apples. Bake 30 minutes then reduce oven temperature to 350 F and bake 35-45 minutes until topping is golden and apples are soft.

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Jasmine Moss. Photo by Susan Anderson

By Daniel Dunaief

As the first chemist in the history of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, Professor John Moses has forged new connections at the lab, even as he maintains his affinity for and appreciation of his native Wrexham in Wales.

Indeed, Moses recently created and funded a fellowship for disadvantaged students in Wales, giving them an opportunity to visit the lab, learn about the science he and others do, and, perhaps, spark an interest in various science, technology, engineering and math fields.

Called Harbwr y Ffynnon Oer Scholarship, which means “Cold Spring Harbor” in Welsh, Moses’s laboratory recently welcomed Jasmine Moss, the first recipient, in early August.

“I hope it broadens” the horizons of those who travel to the lab, explained Moses in an email. “Wales is a small country” with a population of about three million. Coming to New York — a city with a much bigger population than Wales — “can only be an eye-opening experience.”

Jasmine Moss with postdoctoral fellow Dharmendra Vishwakarma. Photo by Theresa Morales

For Moss, who is studying for an integrated masters degree in biomedical engineering, the opportunity proved exciting and rewarding.

“I was expecting to feel intimidated” with everyone knowing so much more than she, Moss said during an interview on the morning of her third day in the lab. “I was expecting maybe a little bit not to understand everything. Everyone is amazing” and made her feel welcome.

The experience started with a walk around the campus, which included considerable information not only about the science but also about the history of the 133-year old laboratory.

Moss, who said this was the first time she’d been in a professional chemistry lab, helped conduct an experiment in which a reaction caused a liquid to change color because of the presence of copper.

“I did the measuring and putting it together,” said Moss, who added that she was “heavily supervised.” She did some calculations as well.

Moss suggested that her interest in science originated with a proficiency in math.

If she were having a bad day in secondary school, she could turn her mood and her mentality around by spending an hour in math class.

Beyond the science

Theresa Morales, a senior scientific administrator, created a schedule of activities and coordinated Moss’s visit.

“We want to do the same thing for any scholarship awardee,” Morales said. “We want to give them the overall experience. It’s not just about the science. We invite the person to realize the culture of Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory” which has a “beautiful campus and great people” who occupy its labs, attend meetings, and share scientific insights and experiences.

A postdoctoral researcher in Moss’s lab, Josh Homer suggested that Morales did “the heavy lifting” in coordinating three days of activities and opportunities for Moss. Homer, who is collaborating with Professor Bo Li to develop new opiates that are non addictive for pain treatment, appreciated Moss’s reactions to the opportunities in the lab.

“I thought [Moss’s] face lit up,” he said. When people are exposed to science in a “manageable and digestible way, they learn that they can do it.”

Indeed, Homer, who grew up in New Zealand, recalled how a high school teacher inspired his interest in science.

“My journey genuinely kick started from one good teacher” who sparked an “inquisitiveness” within him, Homer said. 

Coming from a smaller country, Homer can relate to the opportunities science has provided for him.

“Chemistry has been a fantastic way to see the world and explore,” said Homer, who conducted his PhD research at the University of Oxford in the United Kingdom. “Science is a universal language. Chemistry is the same in India, China” and all over the world.

A family experience

Jasmine Moss with her dad, Stephen Moss, front, with members of John Moses’s lab. Photo by Lorraine Baldwin

Moss traveled to New York for the first time with her parents Stephen and Emma, who stayed with her on campus, toured the grounds and library and attended a picnic.

While the library tour was less interesting to Moss, she said her father “really enjoyed it.”

Morales suggested that the lab “wants parents to feel just as good” and that the parents will have “the same enthusiasm for science and the experience as the scholar if they can feel they are a part” of the visit.

In addition to getting an inside look at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, Moss and her parents ventured into the city, where she ate her first pizza and visited the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty. She was particularly impressed with the speed at which the Empire State Building was constructed, which took a year and 45 days.

Prior to her visit, Moss’s understanding of the city of New York came from the version she observed through the sitcom “Friends.”

As for the next phase of her life, she expressed an interest in helping people, which could be through medical engineering, biology or in some other field.

“I want to do something meaningful,” Moss said.

Next steps

Moses hopes to bring students to the lab each year, particularly those who might have had problems or difficulties or are from a disadvantaged background. Moss suffers from anxiety and feels every new experience makes similar opportunities easier.

“The team really put me at ease almost immediately,” said Moss.

Moss was surprised by the similarities between Long Island and the United Kingdom. She suggested the best parts of Wales are the countryside and beaches. If she returned the favor and hosted guests in her native Wales, she would take them to an international rugby match in Cardiff.

As for other area sports, Moses comes from the little soccer town that could in Wrexham, which is now famous for the purchase of the local team by actor Ryan Reynolds and co-owner Rob McElhenney. While the actors have brought soccer dreams to life, Moses hopes Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory might help young students realize their science dreams.

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Above, last year's winner. Photo by Charlotte Cote/East Wind Long Island

This fall during the month of October, put your creativity to the test and get in the spooky spirit at The Shoppes at East Wind 7th Annual Scarecrow Contest! Registration is open all — individuals, groups, families, or professionals. Local business sponsorship is also available. Your creation can win first, second or third place. Registration is free and due by Sept. 20.  

The public can vote for their favorite scarecrow from Oct. 1 to 26. Ballots can be found at The Shoppes at East Wind, 5720 Route 25A, Wading River. Winners will be notified on Oct. 26. See your winning scarecrow at their Safe Trick or Treat Halloween event on Oct. 31.

For more information on the Scarecrow Contest, call 631-846-2372 or email [email protected].

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Bobo the Giraffe is headed to South Carolina for the winter. Photo courtesy of LI Game Farm

The Long Island Game Farm Wildlife Park and Children’s Zoo, 489 Chapman Blvd., Manorville invites the community to Bobo’s Bon Voyage Party on Saturday, Sept. 16 at 4:30 p.m. 

This fundraising event is being presented by the Foundation for Wildlife Sustainability, Inc., the Game Farm’s new non-profit arm. Funds from the event will support the construction of a heated and air-conditioned giraffe house big enough to accommodate two giraffes, and offer year-round public programming to raise awareness of this incredible yet endangered species. 

“It has long been a dream of ours to host giraffes year-round at the Long Island Game Farm,” shares president Melinda Novak. “To further our goal of connecting people to wildlife, a year-round giraffe house will allow us space to keep two giraffes comfortably and present programming that will educate the public on these gentle giants.” 

“Bobo the Giraffe is one of our most popular residents in the summer months, and we hope his loyal fans will join us in sending him off for the season to warmer climates in South Carolina. Perhaps next year, he will be a permanent resident of the game farm!” added Novak.

The party will feature beer, wine, and hors d’oeuvres, music by the East End Trio, animal encounters with Bobo the Giraffe, Speedy the Tortoise, Snappy the Alligator, and Irwin & Susie the Wallabies, and auction of art created especially by game farm animals.

Formed in 2023, the Foundation for Wildlife Sustainability, Inc.’s mission is to connect people with wildlife and the natural environment, and to support the work of the Long Island Game Farm. The game farm is also a supporter of the Giraffe Conservation Foundation’s efforts to secure a future for all giraffe populations in the wild and will also donate a portion of ticket sales that week to the nonprofit organization.

Tickets begin at $150 per person. Sponsorship packages are also available. Details and tickets can be found at www.longislandgamefarm.com.

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Smithtown's 2022 9/11 ceremony. Photo from the Town of Smithtown

Twenty-two years ago, the United States changed forever when hijacked jetliners crashed into the Twin Towers in New York City, the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., and a field outside Shanksville, Pennsylvania. At Ground Zero in New York City, the traditional reading of names of each victim will being at 8:30 a.m. this year at the 9/11 Memorial and the following ceremonies will be held on the North Shore to honor the thousands of lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001, a day that will live forever in our hearts.

Centereach

The Centereach Fire Department, 9 South Washington Ave., Centereach invites the community to join them on Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. for its annual 9/11 Memorial Services and candle lighting ceremony. 631-588-8652

Coram

Join the Coram Fire Department, 202 Middle Country Road, Coram for a remembrance ceremony on Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. 631-732-5733.

East Northport

The East Northport Fire Department, 1 Ninth Ave., East Northport will host two 9/11 memorial services on Sept. 11 — a morning ceremony at 9:45 a.m. and an evening candlelight vigil at 8 p.m. 631-261-0360 

Huntington

The public is invited to join Huntington Town Supervisor Ed Smyth, Town officials, members of the Huntington Veterans Advisory Board, and Veterans of all wars, for a 9/11 Memorial Service at the Heckscher Park 9/11 memorial, 147 Main St., Huntington on Sept. 10 at noon. 631-351-3012

Mount Sinai

The Mt. Sinai Fire Department will host a 9/11 memorial ceremony at its headquarters, 746 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mt. Sinai on Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. 631-473-2418

Nesconset

The 9/11 Responders Remembered Park, 316 Nesconset Blvd., Nesconset will host its annual memorial service and naming ceremony on Sept. 16 at 10 a.m. 631-724-3320

Port Jefferson

  — The Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America Vigiano Brothers Lodge 3436 invite the community to join them for a candlelight remembrance of 9/11 at Harborfront Park, 101-A East Broadway, Port Jefferson on Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. Candles and refreshments will be provided. 631-928-7489

— The Port Jefferson Fire Department, 115 Maple Ave., Port Jefferson will hold a 9/11 memorial service on Sept. 11 at 9 a.m. 631-473-8910.

Rocky Point

The Rocky Point Fire Department will host a ceremony at the 9/11 Community Memorial, at the corner of Route 25A and Tesla Street in Shoreham, on Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. 631-744-4102

Selden

The Selden Fire Department, 44 Woodmere Place will host a 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Sept.11 at 7 p.m. 631-732-1234

Setauket

The Setauket Fire Department will conduct a 9/11 memorial ceremony at the Hook and Ladder Company 1, Station 3, 394 Nicolls Road, Setauket on Sept. 11 at 8 p.m. followed by refreshments in the firehouse. Call 631-941-4900, ext. 1043

Smithtown 

The Town of Smithtown will hold a Remembrance ceremony at 9/11 Memorial Park, located on Main Street (North Side) between Bank Street and Landing Avenue, Smithtown on Sept. 11 at 4 p.m. 631-360-7600

— Compiled by Heidi Sutton

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Photo by John Dielman

FREE FOOD DELIVERY

John Dielman captured this amazing shot of a male osprey heading back to its nest with a fish in its talons on Sept. 3 in his hometown of East Setauket.

One of the larger birds of prey, ospreys have an average wingspan of five feet. Fish represent about 99 percent of their diet. According to The National Wildlife Federation, after an osprey catches a fish, it arranges its feet to turn the fish so it faces head-first. This reduces aerodynamic drag, making the fish easier to carry.

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ONE PAINTING A DAY A cat painting created by Mickey Paraskevas on Nov. 3, 2022. Image courtesy of The Reboli Center
The community is invited to an art reception on September 9.

Up next at the Reboli Center for Art and History is a unique exhibit titled Every Picture Paints a Story by Mickey Paraskevas, on view now through Nov. 5. 

Mickey Paraskevas is an American illustrator, cartoonist and animation producer, who is best known for co-creating with his late mother Betty the animated children’s television series, Maggie and the Ferocious Beast. Together they authored more than 20 children’s books. 

Paraskevas has worked for 32 years for Dan’s Papers, and has had about 120 cover paintings for the publication. In addition, he has been featured in Time, Sports Illustrated, Newsweek, Town & Country, Esquire, The Washington Post and The New York Times. He obtained his bachelor’s and Master of Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts.

The exhibit is comprised of almost 365 paintings by Paraskevas that he created each day in 2022. While his work was included in the 2020 exhibition of “Dan’s Covers” show, this is the first time that he is doing a solo exhibit at the Reboli Center. 

“I am very proud of my association with this art center and it’s a beautiful location,” said Paraskevas.

Paraskevas’ new exhibit features vibrant landscapes, animals and still life paintings. During the last 12 years, most of his work has been digital, be it a children’s book or an animated series. Although he loved what he was doing, he missed the physical act of painting. 

“I missed getting up every morning and simply applying paint to paper or canvas. I was burned out working on the iPad,” he said. 

He considered painting on a small scale so he could get the desire to paint out of his system. On January 1, 2022, he made New Year’s resolution -a painting a day for the month. He took several small 8×8 canvases and started a project that was to last a month. He thought that was a realistic goal — he would have 31 small paintings by the end of the month. Then he thought that maybe he could do this longer and if he did it for a year, he would have 365 small paintings, which he accomplished at his studio in Southampton and now most will be on display at The Reboli Center. 

“We are so delighted that Mickey Paraskevas has chosen The Reboli Center to showcase his works of art. His massive collection pairs well with the Joseph Reboli originals that will also be on display,” said Lois Reboli, founder and president of The Reboli Center.

The community is invited to an opening reception on Sept. 9 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Guests will have an opportunity to view the show and meet the artist. In addition, Paraskevas will be back at The Reboli Center for a Third Friday art talk on Sept. 15 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. to discuss his painting a day project and to answer questions. No reservations are required for either event, but seating will be limited, and refreshments will be served.

The Reboli Center, 64 Main St., Stony Brook is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 631- 751-7707 or visit www.rebolicenter.org.

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Hannibal

MEET HANNIBAL

This week’s featured shelter pet is Hannibal, also known as Hanni, who is up for adoption at the Smithtown Animal Shelter.

Hanni is a five year-old Male Pit Mix who is bursting with energy. He is fun-loving, social, and very active. He loves to be outside and chase balls, but a future home should keep a close eye on him, as he may try and escape to look for new friends. Some of Hanni’s favorite activities include sunbathing, going for walks, and riding in the car. He has dealt with a few ear infections, as well as some light allergies. Hannibal has lived with other dogs in the past, and should get along with other pets and older children as long as they respect his space. A wonderful guy like Hannibal deserves a loving family, and we know that perfect home is out there somewhere for him.

If you would like to meet Hanni, please call ahead to schedule an hour to properly interact with him in a domestic setting which includes a Meet and Greet Room,  dog runs, and a Dog Walk trail.

The Smithtown Animal & Adoption Shelter is located at 410 Middle Country Road, Smithtown. Visitor hours are currently 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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Meet Nebula the Barn Owl at Sweetbriar Nature Center on Sept. 10. Photo from Sweetbriar
PROGRAMS

Lollipop Train Rides

Did you know? Greenlawn-Centerport Historical Association’s John Gardiner Farm, 900 Park Ave., Greenlawn offers rides on the Lollipop Train every Saturday in the summer from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. including Sept. 9. Call 631-754-1180 for more info.

Late Summer Lantern Walk

Join Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park for a Late Summer Lantern Walk on Sept. 9 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Have you ever wanted to explore the park after dark? Now is your chance! Join park staff for a night-themed walk, with the ambiance of lanterns! With any luck, you might be able to observe some of the park’s nocturnal animal residents during this family program. $4 per person. Reservations taken on www.eventbrite.com.

Dragon Safari

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown hosts a family program, Dragon Safari on Sept. 10 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Discover the dragonfly’s beautiful colors, lifecycle, and fascinating behaviors. $4 per person. Advance registration required by calling 631-265-1054.

Owl Prowl Sunday

Join Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown for an Owl Prowl on Sept. 10 from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. Meet and learn about some of the Center’s resident owls and then embark on a walk into the darkness to enjoy the night and call some owls. Meet behind the main house and check in. Wear bug spray and bring a flashlight just in case. Open to families with children ages 5y and up. $15 per person. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org.

Story & Craft with Nana Carol

The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Avenue Huntington hosts A Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on Sept. 11, 18 and 25 at 10:30 a.m. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4 (sometimes older siblings join as well). 631-482-5008

Fruits & Veggies

Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park hosts a Tiny Tots program, Fruits & Veggies, on Sept. 14 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. with a short walk, story time, animal visitors and crafts. For children ages 3 to 5. $4 per child. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.

FILM

‘The Sandlot’

Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids! series with a screening of The Sandlot on Sept. 10 at noon. It’s the beginning of a magical summer of baseball, wild adventures, first kisses, and fearsome confrontations with the dreaded Beast and its owner who live behind the left field fence in this hilarious and warmhearted comedy. Rated PG. Tickets are $12, $5 children 12 and under. www.cinemaartscentre.org.

THEATER

‘The Wizard of Oz’

Children’s theater continues at the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport with The Wizard of Oz from Sept. 23 to Oct. 29. After a tornado whisks her away to the magical land of Oz, Dorothy Gale teams up with a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodsman, and a Cowardly Lion to find the mighty Wizard of Oz who can send her home. Dorothy learns just how magical friendship can be and how wonderful it can feel to go home again. All seats are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘A Kooky Spooky Halloween’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents A Kooky Spooky Halloween, a merry musical about a ghost who’s afraid of the dark, from Oct. 7 to 21 with a sensory sensitive performance on Oct. 8. Recently graduated spirit Abner Perkins is assigned to the Aberdeen Boarding House — known for its spectral sightings and terrific toast. Here, Abner finds himself cast into a company of its wacky residents. When his secret is revealed, he is forced to leave his haunted home and set-off on a quest with his newly found friends. All tickets are $12. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

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REMEMBRANCE AND MEMORIES Celebrate St. James will hold an opening reception for its juried 9/11 exhibit on Sept. 10. Image above, ‘Our Flag Was Still There’ by Jack Ader
Ongoing

Stone Bridge Nighthawk Watch

Every evening from Aug. 27 through Oct. 6, from 5:30 p.m. until dusk, the Four Harbors Audubon Society will be tallying migrating Common Nighthawks to better understand nighthawk population trends. Join them at the Stone Bridge at Frank Melville Memorial Park, One Old Field Road, Setauket to witness nighthawks as they pass over during their migratory journey to their wintering grounds in Brazil and Argentina. Visit www.4has.org for further details.

Thursday Sept. 7

Lunch & Learn

Huntington Historical Society continues its Lunch & Learn series with Return to Sender: Women of Color in Colonial Postcards & the Politics of Representation with presenter Mara Ahmed at Matteo’s of Huntington, 300 W Jericho Turnpike, Huntington Station at noon. The presentation will include video, images, and literary excerpts. Tickets are $60m $50 members and includes a three-course meal, wine and dessert. To register, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org or call 631-427-7045.

Friday Sept. 8

East Northport Festival

East Northport Chamber of Commerce presents the 28th annual East Northport Festival at John J. Walsh Memorial Park, 190 Larkfield Road, East Northport tonight from 6 to 11 p.m., Sept. 9 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sept. 10 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Featuring games, rides, live music, international food truck festival, craft vendors (on Sept. 9 and 10), craft wine and beer garden and more. Free admission. 631-261-3573, www.eastnorthport.com.

Rusty Spur in concert

Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road,  Holbrook will host an outdoor concert featuring Rusty Spur at 7 p.m. Grab your wristband and claim your spot beginning at 5 p.m. Bring seating. Open to all. 631-588-5024

An Evening of Opera

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Huntington, 109 Browns Road, Huntington hosts a concert by Opera Night, Long Island at 7:30 p.m. (ONLI) is a nonprofit organization providing the Island’s only live opera series. Opera, operetta, art songs and musical theater excerpts are performed by accomplished singers and accompanists. $10 donation at the door. www.operanight.org

Grounds and Sounds Concert

Grounds and Sounds Cafe, UUFSB, 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket welcomes Robinson Treacher  (blues, folk, Americana, and country) in concert. Doors open and sign up for open mic starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are $15 per person, available in advance and at the door. Light refreshments for sale. 631 751-0297, www.groundsandsounds.org

Saturday Sept. 9

East Northport Festival

See Sept. 8 listing.

PJHS Barn Sale

Port Jefferson Historical Society will hold a Barn Sale on the lawn of the Mather House Museum, 115 Prospect Street, Port Jefferson from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come shop for lots of treasures. 631-473-2665

Vendor and Multi-Family Yard Sale

Setauket United Methodist Church, 160 Main St., East Setauket will hold a Vendor and Multi-Family Yard Sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring children’s items, Pampered Chef, jewelry, books, baked goods and more. Held rain or shine. 631-941-4167

Community Garage Sale

Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach will host a Community Garage Sale in the back parking lot from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. There will be something for everyone! Rain date is Sept. 16. 631-585-9393

Culper Spy Day

Three Village Historical Society and Tri-Spy Tours, in collaboration with local historical and cultural organizations, present the 9th annual Culper Spy Day from 10 a.m. to 4  p.m. Begin at the TVHS, 93 North Country Road, Setauket. Come learn about the Culper Spy Ring from costumed docents along with colonial cooking and invisible ink demonstrations, historic house tours, a walking tour and much more. Most events are free. 631-751-3730, www.culperspyday.com

Yard Sale & Craft Fair

The Davis Town Meeting House Society will hold its annual Yard Sale and Craft Fair at the Davis House, 263 Middle Country Road, Coram from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  with live music, Revolutionary War presentation, autumn crafts for children and a visit from Ozzie the Miniature Horse. Rain date Sept. 10. 631-804-2256

Hallockville Country Fair

Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead welcomes the community to its 43rd annual Country Fair and Craft Show today and Sept. 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The two-day event will feature craft and artisan vendors, live music, children’s activities and games, tractor pulls and hayride, pony rides, guided tours of the farmhouse, steam and quilt exhibits, food trucks, farmers market and more. Held rain or shine. $12 per person ages 3 and up,. 631-298-5292, www.hallockville.org

Village Cup Regatta

The 14th annual Village Cup Regatta, a fundraising sailing competition between teams from the Village of Port Jefferson and Mather Hospital, kicks off with festivities at Harborfront Park, 101-A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson at 10 a.m. and a Memorial Parade of Boats at 11 a.m. www.portjeffersonyachtclub.com

All Souls Saturdays Poetry Reading

The Saturdays poetry series returns to All Souls Church in Stony Brook via zoom from 11 a.m. to noon. Sandy McIntosh will be the featured poet. An open-reading will follow; 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/

Old Burying Ground Tour

Join the Huntington Historical Society for a tour of Huntington’s earliest public burying ground, established soon after the Town’s 1653 founding, at 4 p.m. You’ll view stunning folk art and beautiful epitaphs while listening to stories of Huntington’s residents and rich history. All tours begin at The Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main Street Huntington. $15 per person, $10 members, $5 children. To register, call 631-427-7045.

Jazz  and Dance at The Jazz Loft

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook welcomes the Michele Brangwen Dance & Music Ensemble, a dance company that melds Jazz with contemporary dance, at  7 p.m. The group will be accompanied by Tim Hagans on trumpet; Jon Irabagon on saxophone; Thomas Helton on double bass; and Sam Knight on drums. Tickets are $35 adults; $30 seniors; $20 students; $20 children at www.thejazzloft.org.

An Evening of Comedy

The Comedy Club at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson returns with another night of hilarious non-stop laughter and fun with Maria Walsh, Tim Krompier, and more at 8 p.m. Tickets are $45. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

Sunday 10

East Northport Festival

See Sept. 8 listing.

Hallockville Country Fair

See Sept. 9 listing.

Car Show and Swap Meet

Long Island Community Hospital Amphitheater at Bald Hill, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville, hosts a Car Show and Swap Meet by Long Island Cars from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Street rods, classics, muscle cars, antiques, exotics, imports and collectible cars on display with vendors selling parts and accessories, food and entertainment. Admission is $10, under 12 years are free. 631-567-5898, www.LongIslandCars.com

Fiddle and Folk Festival

Three stages, great music, dance, food and fun awaits you at the 11th annual Fiddle and Folk Festival at Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Featuring performances by The Slambovian Circus of Dreams, The Cassandra House Band, Barbeque Bruce and the Brisket Brothers, Stephen Robinson and Hank Stone along with fiddle workshops, sing-alongs, kids zone, contra dancing and more. Bring seating. Advance sale tickets are $20 for adults, $17 for seniors and $10 for children. Tickets on the day of the event are $23 adults, $20 seniors and $10 for children. www.fiddleandfolk.com, 631-689-8172

Italian Car Show – This event has been canceled.

Stony Brook University’s Center for Italian Studies hosts the 17th annual Robert D. Cess Concorso D’Eleganza, featuring Italian classic and vintage cars, at the West Campus, Parking Lot 1, Circle Road, Stony Brook (across from the Wang Center and Truman Hall) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission. 631-632-7444

Nesconset Street Fair

Join the Nesconset Chamber of Commerce for Nesconset Day along Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset Plaza and the Nesconset Gazebo from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  The street fair will feature vendors, crafts, music, games, food trucks, face painting, bounce houses, free giveaways and much more. 631-672-5197, www.nesconsetchamber.org.

Over 50 Fair

Hilton Long Island, 598 Broadhollow Road, Melville will host the 14th annual Over 50 Fair from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Over 25 classes will be presented including Dream interpretation, Ghost hunting, How to improve your dating and sex life after 50, stress reduction, a comedy show, a dance demonstration, and yoga. In addition, there will be over 80 vendors, live music, blackjack table, a singles lounge and photo booth. Admission tickets, which include access to all classes, exhibitors, and attractions are $5 online, $7 at the door, and free for Veterans with ID.  www.Over50Fair.com, 516-621-1446.

Jaguar Car Show

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will host the 50th annual Jaguar-MG Concours D’Elegance on the Great Lawn from noon to 4 p.m. Presented by the Jaguar Drivers Club of L.I. and the MG Car Club-Long Island Centre. Rain date is Sept. 17. Visitors pay only museum admission of $10 adults, $9 students and seniors, $7 children 12 and under, which includes estate-grounds access. 631-854-5579, www.jdcli.com

9/11 Art Exhibit

Join Celebrate St. James for an opening reception for its Remembrance & Memories of 9/11 juried art exhibition at the St. James  Calderone Theatre, 176 Second St., St. James from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Enjoy the music of Lou Mazzaferro and light refreshments. Free. 631-984-0201

Northport Walking Tour

Northport Historical Society, 215 Main St., Northport hosts a Historic Main Street Walking Tour on Sept. 10 at 1:30 p.m. Join your guide Dan Sheehan as he weaves the tale of Northport’s Historic Business District. Travel back in time as you hear the stories of the people and landmarks that helped shape Northport, including Jack Kerouac, the Northport Oyster Barons, Rum Runners and the Trolley. For all ages. $7 per person. Register at www.northporthistorical.org.

Northport Historical Society lecture

Join the Northport Historical Society, 215 Main St., Northport for a lecture by author and historian Claire Bellerjeau at 2 p.m. Bellerjeau will discuss her new book, Remember Liss, a new perspective to America’s founding, from the point of view of an enslaved Black woman seeking personal liberty in a country fighting for its own A book signing will follow. $10 per person. To register, visit www.northporthistorical.org.

Spiritlifters in concert

St. John’s Episcopal Church, 12 Prospect St., Huntington will host a concert featuring The Spiritlifters at 3 p.m. All are welcome. 631-427-1752.

My World/Johnny Juice in Concert

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook will host a concert by My World/Johnny Juice from 3 to 4 p.m. Free with admission to the museum. For more information, call 689-5888 or visit www.limusichalloffame.org.

Monday Sept. 11

* See list of 9/11 events at tbrnewsmedia.com

Historical Society Presentation

Join the Miller Place-Mount Sinai Historical Society for a presentation titled Smallpox in Washington’s Army: Disease, War and Society During the Revolutionary War at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center, 739 Route 25A, Mt. Sinai at 7 p.m. with guest speaker Dr. Ann Becker. Free. 631-476-5742

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.  All are welcome. For more information call 631-744-6952.

Tuesday Sept. 12

Garden Club Presentation

Join the Shoreham–Wading River Garden Club for a free presentation by Cornelius Schmid on “Propagation with seeds: Adapting professional practices for home growers” at the Wading River Congregational Church, 2075 N. Country Rd, Wading River at 7 p.m. The presentation will cover seed production from start to finish. Live demonstrations, hands on experience and a resource guide will be provided. Free. A donation of non perishable food items for a local food pantries would be appreciated. All are welcome to attend.

 Wednesday Sept. 13

Music Under the Stars

The Greater Middle Country Chamber of Commerce presents Music Under the Stars with live music by The Band Easy Street at the Elks Club Lodge (parking lot), 41 Horseblock Road, Centereach from 6 to 9 p.m. with food trucks and a beer garden. Concert begins at 7 p.m. Rain date is Sept. 20. Bring seating. Free admission. 631-681-8708

Thursday Sept. 14

An Evening Under the Stars

Huntington Historical Society hosts its annual fall fundraiser, An Evening Under the Stars Reimagined, at the Kissam House, 434 Park Ave., Huntington from 6 to 9 p.m. Enjoy a cocktail party with  hors d’oeuvres, food trucks, wines and beer from local breweries and live music performed by the Bogs. Tickets are $150 per person, $130 members at www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org. 631-427-7045

 Theater

‘The Prom’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson kick off its 53rd season with The Prom from Sept. 16 to Oct. 21. As the lights dim on four fading Broadway stars, they wildly seek the spotlight. Courting the controversy surrounding a small-town Indiana prom, the quartet invades a community that wants to keep the party straight. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors, $20 students, $20 children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Love’s Labour’s Lost’

The Carriage House Players continue their 34th annual Summer Shakespeare Festival in the mansion courtyard of the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport with Love’s Labour’s Lost on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. from Aug. 11 to Sept. 8. Tickets are $20, $15 children under 12 at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

‘Rent’

Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown presents Jonathan Larson’s Rent from Sept. 16 to Oct. 22. Based loosely on Puccini’s La Boheme, the groundbreaking musical follows a year in the life of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians — Roger, Mimi, Tom, Angel, Maureen, Joanne, Benny and Mark — struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower East Side, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. Tickets are $35 adults, $32 seniors, $28 students. To order, call 800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘Every Brilliant Thing’

Theatre Three, 412 Main Street, Port Jefferson, in association with Response Crisis Center, presents Every Brilliant Thing, a one-man show starring Jeffrey Sanzel, on the Second Stage from Sept. 17 to Oct. 8.  With audience members recruited to take on supporting roles, Every Brilliant Thing is a heart-wrenching, hilarious story of depression and the lengths we will go for those we love. All seats are $20. Fifty percent of the gross proceeds of this production will benefit Response Crisis Center. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘(Mostly) True Things’

The Performing Arts Studio, 224 East Main St., Port Jefferson presents (Mostly) True Things, a game wrapped in a storytelling show that features true stories, with a twist, exploring the theme Return on Sept. 10 at 4 p.m. The show features 4 true stories but 3 of them include subtle little lies. In the second act, the audience questions the storytellers, then votes for the person they think told it straight. Winners get a tote bag, and the whole truth about each story is shared before the end of the evening. Storytellers will include Jude Treder-Wolff, Peter Arevelo, Marisa T. Cohen, Bob Brader, Aida ZilelianTickets are $20 online at Eventbrite or $25 at the door (cash only). www.mostlytruethings.com 

‘Beautiful’

Main stage theater continues at the John W. Engeman Theater with Beautiful: The Carole King Musical from Sept. 14 to Oct. 29. From the chart-topping hits she wrote for the biggest acts in music to her own life-changing success with Tapestry, the show takes you back to where it all began–and takes you on the ride of a lifetime. Featuring such unforgettable classics as “You’ve Got a Friend,” “One Fine Day,” “So Far Away,” and many more. This Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning show is filled with the songs you remember and a story you’ll never forget. Tickets range from $85 to $90. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Antigone Now: A Short Drama’

The Theatres at Suffolk County Community College present Antigone Now: A Short Drama by Melissa Cooper in Theatre 119, Islip Arts Building Suffolk County Community College, 533 College Road, Selden on Oct. 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 8 and 15 at 2 p.m. In the midst of a bombed-out city still feeling the aftershocks of war, the rebellious and intense Antigone defies her uncle to bury her disgraced brother. This contemporary response to the myth of Antigone brings powerful, modern prose to an ancient and universal story. *Mature Content  General admission: $15, veterans and students 16 years of age or younger $10. For tickets call 631-451-4163.

Class Reunions

•Save the date! Port Jefferson High School Class of 1964 will hold its 60th reunion at the Meadow Club, 1147 Route 112, Port Jefferson Station on Oct. 17, 2024. For more information, email Mike Whelen at [email protected].

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