Northwell’sMather Hospital in Port Jefferson recently announced the appointment of Angelina Ioppolo as the new administrator of its Transitional Care Unit (TCU), a short-term rehabilitation unit located in the hospital.
Ms. Ioppolo comes to the post after completing a six-month administrator-in-training program at Northwell’s Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation in Manhasset and obtaining her state administrator’s license..
“I understand there’s going to be a lot of challenges that will come my way in this new role,” she said. “I have a great support system with Carolyn (Germaine, RN, director of patient care for the TCU), Dr. Michael Fishkin (TCU medical director) and the staff at the TCU. Gerard Kaiser (executive director of the Stern facility and the Orzac Center for Rehabilitation in Valley Stream) is going to help guide me as my mentor.
She received her master’s in health administration degree from Hofstra University prior to entering the internship with Northwell. A resident of East Meadow, Ms. Ioppolo is originally from the Poconos in Pennsylvania.
Mather’s TCU provides focused care to patients who are not ready to be discharged to home or to another facility. TCU patients include recent stroke sufferers, post-surgical patients, those receiving therapy for systemic infections and those who need physical rehabilitation. The TCU was awarded a five-star rating by Medicare.
Photo courtesy of Councilman Neil Manzella's Facebok
By Heidi Sutton
2025 is starting out as a year of firsts. The first Wegmans on Long Island officially opened in Lake Grove on Feb. 26. Now the first Sprouts Farmers Market in New York Slate is heading to Centereach. The supermarket will occupy the former L.A. Fitness at 1934 Middle Country Road which closed its doors on Jan. 28. The shopping center also houses a Harbor Freight and an AutoZone.
Town of Brookhaven Councilman Neil Manzella made the announcement on Facebook on Feb. 22.
“Through many discussions with the property owner, and their representatives, I am excited to finally announce that a Sprouts Farmers Market will be joining our community. Though personally unfamiliar with Sprouts, those who are have described it as a blend between Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s. As with any business, the community will ultimately decide if it is a success or failure, but I, for one, am thrilled to see a new business come to the area,” he said.
Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, the supermarket chain operates more than 415 stores in 23 states and has been expanding at a rapid pace. “… We are eager to expand into more communities. We are dedicated to expanding our banner with over 110 approved new stores in the pipeline over the next few years,” said CEO Jack Sinclair in a recent statement.
Specializing in natural, organic and gluten-free foods, the grocer touts a farmers market experience with an open layout featuring fresh produce at the center of the store along with meat, seafood, dairy, vitamins and wellness items.
In addition to Amazon Fresh which opened in East Setauket last October and Wegmans which opened in Lake Grove on Feb. 26, Sprouts will be joining several other supermarkets planned for the area including an Aldi in the former King Kullen on Ronkonkoma Avenue in Ronkonkoma, an Aldi in the former Michael’s Crafts in Medford on Route 112, and a Trader Joe’s on Route 25A in Miller Place next to Walgreens.Plans for an Amazon Fresh in Farmingville have been scrapped.
While there is no official opening date, Councilman Manzella said that a representative from Sprouts told him they expect to open in the fall of this year. Comments on the councilman’s Facebook page were mostly positive, with many familiar with the supermarket stating that it will be “a fantastic addition to the community.”
The Brutalist' has been nominated for 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture. Photo by Lol Crawley/A24
By Tim Haggerty & Jeffrey Sanzel
This year’s Oscar race is an unusual one. It is the first season since 1987 that three horror films received nominations. AI controversies entered the discussion, including use in fixing translations, autotuning songs, and script adjustments. Oscar nominations have become increasingly a tool to bring awareness to films rather than just acknowledge excellence. Films are giving limited releases and then hitting wide release months later. Over the last number of years, the Academy has often leaned towards honoring careers rather than the particular performance. Politics certainly affected, if not directly influenced, this year’s roster.
Here is a rundown of some of the major categories.
BEST ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE
Timothée Chalamet’s Bob Dylan (A Complete Unknown) and Sebastian Stan’s Donald Trump (The Apprentice) are biographical portraits that do not resort to caricature or parody, exposing humanity in the former and the demon of winning in the latter. While a leak revealed that the director used AI to alter Adrien Brody’s Hungarian accent in The Brutalist, Brody still gives a passionate career best, holding the screen for 3 1/2 hours. TheBrutalist will most likely give Brody his second Best Actor statuette.
BEST ACTRESS IN A LEADING ROLE
This category is a tight race. Karla Sofía Gascón is the first openly transgender actress nominated for this award. Cynthia Erivo received universal accolades for Wicked’s Elphaba. Fernanda Torres (I’m Still Here) turned in a top-tier performance. But Demi Moore is most likely to win for The Substance. While performances in horror films rarely get a nod (previously passed-over actresses include Toni Collette, Florence Pugh, Mia Goth, and Lupita Nyong), Moore could win for her performance, her legacy, and the genre itself. While a longshot, Mikey Madison could be a dark horse surprise as she carried Anora.
BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
While the actors in this category present a good range of performances, Kieran Culkin’s prodigal cousin in A Real Pain has dominated this award season’s category. His work is unique, raw, and unexpected, almost guaranteeing a win.
BEST ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
Ariana Grande (Wicked) and Isabella Rosalini (Conclave) deserve an award in this category. But Zoe Saldaña has the strongest presence in the unusual Emilia Pérez and will win.
BEST DIRECTOR
Perhaps Bradley Corbet’s mammoth undertaking The Brutalist could have garnered him Best Director, but an erratic Oscar campaign might have damaged his path. Sean Baker is one of the era’s greatest independent directors, with an oeuvre comparable to the best of John Cassavetes and Elaine May. An artist who created Tangerine completely on his phone and who turns non-actors into stars, his win for Anora will celebrate great filmmaking.
BEST WRITING (ADAPTED SCREENPLAY)
Peter Straughan’s Conclave is the frontrunner in this category. The fantastic drama following the election of a pope balances introspection with political commentary.
BEST WRITING (ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY)
Sean Baker’s Anora and Brady Corbet and Mona Fastvold’s The Brutalist have run neck-and-neck in awards. While both scripts are exceptional, Anora’s delightful mix of humor and shades of darkness might give it the edge. Its recent garnering of the Writers Guild Award almost secures its win.
BEST PICTURE
A scene from ‘Anora’. Photo courtesy of Neon
Since the expansion of the Best Picture category from five to ten nominees for the 82nd Academy Awards (2010), the race is glutted with unlikely winners. Certainly, Dune: Part Two falls into this category. Other films are deemed too small or niche to get the top prize. If not for the AI controversy, the epic The Brutalist would most likely win, harkening to films like Gone with the Wind and Lawrence of Arabia. But its length is not a point in its favor.
Anora is this year’s frontrunner, receiving the Cannes Film Festival Palme d’Or at Cannes, the Critics’ Choice, Directors Guild, and Producers Guild Awards. To date, Anora has received 193 nominations and 70 wins. Sean Baker might be the first person to win four Oscars for a single film: producer, writer, director, and editor.
And some parting Shout Outs …
Best Production Design: All five nominees deserve to share the award, though Wicked’s spectacular visuals will triumph.
Best Documentary Short:I Am Ready, Warden is a powerful portrait of a death row inmate in the week leading up to his execution.
Best Cinematograpy/Original Score: The Brutalist’s Cinematography (Lol Crawley) revived 70 mm VistaVision (the film stock of pictures like Vertigo — last used in 1961’s One-Eyed Jacks) and offered outstanding visuals. Its Original Score (Daniel Blumberg) is exceptional.
Best Animated Feature Film: The Wild Robot (probable winner), Flow (runner-up), and Memoir of a Snail are all first-rate Animated Features. That said, Inside Out 2 remains a strong possibility.
Best International Feature Film: The Seed of the Sacred Fig (Germany), secretly shot in Iran, tells the story of a family struggling with the country’s resistance to progression, specifically for women. A film that builds extraordinary tension, it is a must-watch for anyone wishing to see political protest and retaliation cinematically explored. However, the win will likely go to I’m Still Here (Brazil).
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Tune in to the 97th Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday, March 2, to see who carries the film industry’s highest honors. Hosted by Conan O’Brien at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, the show will be broadcast live by ABC starting at 7 p.m. For the first time, the Oscars will also be streamed live on Hulu. You can also watch via Hulu Live TV, YouTubeTV, AT&T TV and FuboTV.
If you’re looking to make cookies without eggs due to the current egg shortage/high egg prices, try the following recipes your family is sure to love.
The first recipe for “Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies” courtesy of Live Well, Bake Often by Danielle Rye, is full of peanut butter flavor, only requires a few simple ingredients, and is incredibly easy to make while Banana Bread Cookies are the latest rage on TikTok. Add chocolate chips and nuts if desired.
Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies
Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies
YIELD: Makes 30 cookies
INGREDIENTS:
1⁄2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into tablespoon-size pieces
1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
1⁄2 cup whole milk
3⁄4 cup creamy peanut butter
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 1⁄4 cups quick-cooking oats
DIRECTIONS:
Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.
Place the unsalted butter, granulated sugar and milk in a saucepan and heat over medium heat, making sure to stir often until the butter is melted and the ingredients are well combined. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and allow to boil for 1 minute without stirring.
Remove from the heat, and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until fully combined. Stir in the quick oats and mix until all the oats are coated with the mixture.
Using a 11⁄2-tablespoon cookie scoop, drop scoops of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, and gently press them down to flatten them slightly. Allow to cool for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the cookies have firmed up. The cookies will continue to firm up the longer they cool. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Banana Bread Cookies
YIELD: Makes 12 cookies
INGREDIENTS:
1 ripe banana , mashed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup melted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the banana, sugar, and melted butter until smooth and well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies dense.
Using a tablespoon, portion the dough into evenly sized balls. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading. Gently flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. Serve warm or at room temperature.
As we become more dependent on home screening services, the social element of going out and experiencing a film together becomes a special occasion. The award-winning Port Jefferson Documentary Series (PJDS) returns for the Spring 2025 season with accounts of individual feats and community achievements that are worth leaving home to see.
Presented by the Greater Port Jefferson Arts Council (GPJAC), all screenings will be held at The First United Methodist Church, 603 Main Street in Port Jefferson, on select Thursdays between March 6 and April 24 with a start time of 7 p.m.
‘Dust to Dust,’ below, will be shown on April 10.
Stories traverse topics featuring the historical accomplishments of women in politics; environmental integrity and enterprise; socio-economic factors of fashion; celebration of self-expression; friendships forged from shared struggles; and moments of triumph amid tribulations. This season’s documentaries investigate the impact of individual acts of courage and compassion.
They acquaint audiences with persons and perspectives, situations and sensibilities that they may otherwise not encounter.
“PJDS looks for a high-level of craft as well as a depth of emotional connection. We are also attuned to the opportunities provided by a film to spark local collaborations or to showcase local voices as part of the overall screening experience,” said Kelly DeVine, Board Member and Chair of film programming at GPJAC.
After many of the screenings there will Q&As between the audience and guest speakers associated with the documentaries’ productions or subject matter, or an event with a local community outreach partner. Tom Needham, executive producer and host of “Sounds of Film” on WUSB, will moderate discussions for three of the films.
‘Man from Pretentia’ will be screened on April 3.
And there will be other interactive elements, such as an upcycled fashion show. Arranged and emceed by Marcela Pinzon, owner of The Fashionable Stylista, a fashion design school in Syosset, the show will model her students’ upcycled designs: clothing deconstructed and re-sewn into new articles; repairs incorporated into new patterns, etc.
“We have been trying to bring more community groups into the post-screening planning to increase our collaborations, reach new audiences and craft post screening activities that reflect the spirit or the topic of the film. PJDS is more than a movie night, it’s a community event,” DeVine explained.
Sponsored by Maggio Environmental Waste Collection, Dumpster Rentals & Recyclin, Metal Masters, Paumanok Veterinary Hospital, Covati & Janhsen CPAs PC, and Port Jeff Storage Inc. with a Suffolk County grant from the Suffolk County Office of Cultural Affairs & the Suffolk County Film Commission, the series is a symbiotic exercise in communal conversation.
“We strive to get people off their tiny smart phone screens and enjoy a much larger screen as a community gathering,” GPJAC chairman Allan Varela said in an email.
PJDS aims to foster interest not only in the arts, but in each other.
“Part of the benefit is that the PJDS has won Best Film Festival award in the Best of Long Island contest nine years in a row,” Varela continued. “We compete against Gold Coast, Huntington, Stony Brook and the Hamptons [film festivals], among others…Our stature brings in audience from all over the Island and therefore into the Village of Port Jefferson.”
Art in general, and PJDS specifically, is an avenue through which individuals may find common ground.
This season begins with Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter on March 6.
The film explores the story of the eponymous woman who was witness to and involved in some of the most historically significant moments of the 20th century, as among her many roles, she was the first female executive assistant to a vice president for Lyndon B. Johnson and then press secretary for Lady Bird Johnson. A conversation with director Abby Ginzberg will follow.
In Every Little Thing on March 13 filmmaker Sally Aiken profiles bird rehabilitator Terry Masear, who has devoted her life to saving and protecting hummingbirds in the Los Angeles area. The screening will be followed by a conversation with Terry Masear, Dr. Carl Safina, Patricia Paladines of the Institute for the Conservation of Tropical Environments, and Dr. Maria Bowling.
A Man with Sole: The Impact of Kenneth Cole on March 20 follows the career of fashion designer Kenneth Cole and how his professional success supports his philanthropy. Director Dori Berinstein will join a Q&A via Zoom.
Facing the Wind on March 27 examines the connection forged between two women as they care for their spouses stricken with Lewy Body dementia. Director Deirdre Fishel will join the post-film discussion in person with Cindy Morris of the Benson Agency.
Man from Pretentiaon April 3 is tender portrait of “quirky” art dealer, Paul Bridgewater, who became a fixture of the Downtown NYC art scene. The screening will be followed by a conversation with Director Chih Hsuan Liang and producer Steve Zehentner.
Dust to Dust on April 10 chronicles haute couture designer Yuima Nakazato’s realizations about the detrimental effect of “fast fashion” on the world and how he shifts his attentions to sustainable fashion. Resources on recycling and a upcycled fashion show led by the head of The Fashionable Stylista academy of Syosset, Marcela Pinzon will follow the screening.
The season closes withFront Row on April 24 which showcases the Ukrainian National Ballet’s poignant company tour as it performs far from the frontlines and invites a soldier who lost his legs to partake in a singular performance. The screening is followed by a discussion about the film and Ukraine with Professor Juliette Passer of Stony Brook University.
Selected by PJDS co-chairs DeVine and Wendy Feinberg, the films are sourced from number of different festivals: DocNYC, Tribeca, Sundance, etc. Personal industry connections, honed from years of working on this and other series, also helped shape the lineup.
Contenders were then voted on by a team of long-term PJDS board members and volunteers, including DeVine and Feinberg; community outreach coordinator Barbara Sverd; co-chair emeritus Lyn Boland; Denies Livieri; Yvonne Lieffrig; Ronnie Levy; and, Lise Poulos.
The group shares a commitment to seeking and sharing documentaries that enhance human understanding as they invoke personal insights.
“PJDS is always looking for films that offer distinct points of view, that open up new ways of looking at the world and that provide opportunities to reflect on the connections we may share however far-flung or different the story may appear initially,” DeVine said. “All of our films will offer great experiences and each brings its own emotional tone and opportunity for connection.”
Individual film tickets are $10 each while a season pass is $58. For more information about the PJDS or to reserve your seat, visit www.portjeffdocumentaryseries.com.
Northwell’s Mather Hospital invites the community to a free joint replacement breakfast seminar at The Bristal at Holtsville, 5535 Express Drive North, Holtsville on Saturday, March 1 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Guest speakers Michael Fracchia, M.D., Chief of Orthopedics at Mather Hospital, Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group; and Filippo F. Romanelli, D.O., Orthopedic Surgeon, Orlin & Cohen Orthopedic Group will discuss the causes of joint pain and the medical and surgical techniques available to improve your life.
A buffet breakfast will be served. To register, visit matherhospital.org/orthoseminar. For more information, call 631-476-2723.
Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson continues its Mainstage season with Ring of Fire: The Johnny Cash Musical Show from March 1 to March 30.
From the heart of the songs of singer-songwriter Johnny Cash comes a unique musical show about love and faith, struggle and success, rowdiness and redemption, home and family. RING OF FIRE captures America’s legendary Man in Black in an exhilarating, tuneful, foot-stomping celebration. His life story is told through the songs he composed, recorded, and shared with the world, including “Country Boy,” “A Thing Called Love,” “Daddy Sang Bass,” “Ring of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” “I’ve Been Everywhere,” “The Man in Black,” and his final hit, “Hurt.
Come early and enjoy a cocktail or snack, downstairs at Griswold’s Cafe. Opening night, Saturday, March 1, will feature Me, Like Many performing your favorite country hits on the second stage from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The MainStage season continues with Wait Until Dark from April 18 to May 11 and Half Time from May 24 to June 22.
Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, $25 children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 631-928-9100, visit www.theatrethree.com or click here.
The Suffolk County Police Department is advising motorists of road closures for the Kings Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 1 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Pulaski Road will be closed from Cedar Street to Route 25A. Lou Avenue will be closed from Cedar Street to Pulaski Road. Route 25A will be closed from Country Lane Drive to Lawrence Road. Church Street will be closed from Meadow Road to Hilden Street. Old Dock Road will be closed from Route 25A to Flynn Road.
Children can learn about Animals in Winter at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery on March 5.
Pixabay photo
PROGRAMS
First Steps Into Nature
Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents First Steps Into Nature: Fun with Feathers for children ages 2 to 4 on Feb. 28 at 9:30 a.m. Sweetbriar’s experienced educators help open up the wonders of the natural world for children through hands-on activities, live animals, crafts, and more. $20 per child. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344
February Break at the Hatchery
Celebrate World Wildlife Day at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor on March 2 and March 3 with a snake craft and a Fact vs. Fiction game from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Animal Encounters on March 2 at 12:15 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Free with admission of $7 adults, $6 seniors and $5 children ages 3 to 12. www.cshfishhatchery.org. 516-692-6768
Story & Craft with Nana Carol
The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington hosts a Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on March 3 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008
Animals in Winter
As part of its Pollywog Adventures series, Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor presents Animals in Winter on March 5 at 11 a.m. Children ages 2 to 5 will enjoy an activity, craft, story and feeding the hungry trout. $20 fee includes admission for the day for one child and one adult. Pre-registration required at www.cshfishhatchery.org. 516-692-6768
Ways of Water
Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park presents a Tiny Tots program, Ways of Water, on March 6 at 10:30 a.m. Children ages 3 to 5 with a parent/caregiver will enjoy short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. $4 per child. Reservations taken on www.eventbrite.com.
Skate into STEM
Enjoy a STEM takeover at the Rinx, Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson with the Long Island Explorium’s Skate into STEM: Celebrating 20 Years of Innovation event on March 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. featuring night of ice skating, pizza, and drinks in celebration of science, technology, engineering and math. $35 per person. To register, visit www.longislandexplorium.org.
FILM
A scene from ‘The Secret Garden’
‘The Secret Garden’
As part of its Cinema for Kids series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington presents The Secret Garden on March 2 at noon. Sweet, beautifully told story based on the classic story about a lonely orphan girl who goes to live with her uncle in a forbidding British manor house. There she finds friendship and happiness when she discovers a wonderous, deserted, secret garden that is brought back to life in her magical hands. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. www.cinemaartscentre.org.
THEATER
‘Dorothy’s Adventures in Oz’
Theatre Three, 423 Main St., Port Jefferson presents Dorothy’s Adventures in Oz from Feb. 19 to March 29 with a sensory friendly performance on March 2 at 11 a.m. Join them for an unforgettable trip down the Yellow Brick Road as Dorothy Gale is whisked away by a tornado to that magical land that lies just Over the Rainbow. Follow Dorothy and her friends the Scarecrow, the Tinman, and the Lion as they encounter challenges and celebrate friendship. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.
‘Frozen Jr’
The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport kicks off the new year with a production of Frozen Jr. from Jan. 25 to March 2. When faced with danger, princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. This enchanting musical features all of the memorable songs from the hit Disney film and will thaw even the coldest heart! All seats are $20. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.
THE FINAL CURTAIN
Catch one of the last shows for ‘Heartbreak Hotel’ at the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport. The show closes on March 2. Photo courtesy of The John W. Engeman Theater
Thursday Feb. 27
SBU Presidential Lecture
Best-selling author, influential political commentator and esteemed professor Eddie S. Glaude, Jr. will headline Stony Brook University’s upcoming Presidential Lecture called “A Conversation with Eddie S. Glaude, PhD” at the Charles B. Wang Center Theater, 100 Nicolls Road Stony Brook on Thursday, Feb. 27 at 5 p.m. The event will include a Q&A, book signing, and reception to follow. Free. For more information, call 631-632-6310.
Game Night at the LIM
As a companion program to its Voices and Votes exhibition, the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook presents an American Experiments Game Night from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. featuring a series of games developed by the Smithsonian Institution. Drop in to view the exhibition and participate in meaningful discussions about ideas that are critical to our democracy, all in a fun and engaging format. Adults and children are welcome to stop by and play! Free admission. 631-751-0066
An Evening of Comedy
The Long Island Comedy Festival heads to The Mill House Inn, 284 Mill Road, Yaphank for dinner and a show from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy a three-course meal followed by a comedy show with Paul Anthony, Maria Walsh and John Zeigler. $100 per person, cash only. Reservations required by calling 631-345-0361.
Native American Drumming
All Souls Rectory, 5 Mill Pond Road, Stony Brook hosts an evening of Native American Drumming Medication from 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Led by elder drummer, Ric Statler, drumming meditation seeks to integrate the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual parts of the human self, creating a state of well-being. Call 631-655-7798 for more information.
Friday Feb. 28
Next Chapter Book Talk
Award-winning author Kerriann Flanagan Brosky heads tothe Next Chapter book store, 204 New York Ave., Huntington at 7 p.m. Brosky will discuss her latest book, Padre Pio Daily Reflections, followed by a book signing. Books must be purchased at The Next Chapter in order to have them signed at the event. Questions? Call 631-482-5008.
WinterTide Concert
The Port Jefferson Village Center, 101-A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson presents award-winning guitarist and entertainer Toby Walker in concert from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. as part of its WinterTide series.Free will donation. Sponsored by St. Charles Hospital and Greater Port Jeff-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council. 631-473-5220
Saturday March 1
Long Island Pet Expo
Suffolk County Community College, 1001 Crooked Hill Road, Brentwood presents the Long Island Pet Expo today from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and March 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with fur flying entertainment, dog sporting competitions and educational programs designed for the whole family. The 100+ special exhibits will feature some of the hottest new products coming out often before they hit the retail shelves. Pets on leashes are always welcome, and several area rescue groups with adoptable pets will be on hand. Admission is $20 adults, $6 children ages 4-11, children ages 3 and under are free. For discount tickets and additional information, visit www.familypetshows.com.
Garden Club Workshop
The Shoreham-Wading River Garden Club invites the public to a free program atWading River Congregational Church, 2057 North Country Road, Wading River at 10:30 a.m. Join art photographer Anthony Graziano for “Floral Focus: Easy Phone Photography for Garden Lovers.” Learn how to go beyond basic snapshots and unlock the artistic potential of your phone camera. Admission is free and all are welcome.
Maple Sugaring Day
It’s back! Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket hosts its annual Maple Sugaring Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy a self-guided tour of the maple sugaring process. Then stay for pancakes and hot cocoa (additional fee) and purchase some maple products to take home. Fee is $15 adults, $12 children and seniors. No registration required. For more information, call 631-689-8172.
Kings Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The 15th annual Kings Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade kicks off at noon featuringnumerous bagpipe bands, floats and hundreds of marching community organizations. Led by Grand Marshal Susan Benjes, the parade steps off at the corner of Lou Avenue and Pulaski Road, continues down Main Street, turns onto Church Street, and ends down Old Dock Road at the William T. Rogers Middle School.
Atelier Art Show Reception
The Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield, Suites 6 & 9, St. James invites the community to the opening reception to its 4th annual Student Artists juried show from noon to 2 p.m.The exhibit, which runs through March 27, features the work of Middle and High School student artists in all visual arts except photography and video. 631-250-9009
LIM Lecture
Enjoy an illuminating lecture titled “Marching Forward, Looking Back: New York and the Continued Fight for Equal Rights” by Ashley Hopkins-Benton, Senior Historian and Curator at the New York State Museum at the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook at 1 p.m. Discover how New York has been an epicenter for movements like women’s suffrage, abolition, LGBTQ+ rights, and environmental activism, moving us toward the nation’s founding promise of equality for all. Afterward, explore our two newest exhibitions about democracy in America and on LongIsland: Voices and Votes and Building the Ballot Box. The lecture is ncluded with museum admission. www.longislandmuseum.org.
Sunday March 2
Long Island Pet Expo
See March 1 listing.
Caumsett Hike
Join the staff at Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntingtonfor a 5-mile hike through the center section of the park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This moderately paced walk affords walkers the opportunity to relax, socialize, and enjoy the park’s beauty. $4 per person. Preregistration required by calling 631-423-1770.
Maple Sugaring Demonstration
Suffolk County Farm, 350 Yaphank Road, Yaphank hosts a Maple Sugaring tapping demonstrations at 10 a.m. and again at 11 a.m. Learn about the process of making syrup by helping drill and tap maple trees and hanging buckets to collect the sap. Enjoy a wagon ride on the“Syrup Express” to visit the farm animals.$15 per person ages 3 and up. To register, visit https://www.eventcreate.com/e/maplesugaring25. 631-852-4600
Maple Sugaring at Hoyt Farm
The annual, educational Maple Sugaring classes return to Hoyt Farm Nature Preserve, 200 New Highway, Commack today and March 9 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. The event covers the history of maple sugaring, from its discovery by Native Americans to modern-day technique and includes a special interactive portion for younger participants to learn about tree anatomy, chlorophyll’s role in sap production, and photosynthesis in maple syrup creation. Tickets are $5 per person (cash only). Due to high demand, it is recommended that guests arrive by 1 p.m. to register. 631-543-7804.
Bryan Gallo in concert
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brookpresents a concert by Bryan Gallo from 3 to 4 p.m. The Long Island based singer-songwriter is inspired by both the sounds of alternative country-rock and wistful pop music The event is free with general admission ticket purchase. 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org
Academy Awards Night Fundraiser
Join the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for its annual Academy Awards Night celebration at 5:30 p.m. Share a lovely evening featuring raffles, Oscar Bingo, and good company, all to support the Cinema Arts Centre. Dinner will be catered by Butera’s Restaurant, followed by dessert provided by Buttercooky Bakery along with a Red Carpet for selfies, a ballot prediction contest and raffle prizes. Tickets are $100 per person, $75 members. www.cinemaartscentre.org.
Avalon Astronomy Night
The Observatories at Avalon Nature Preserve, 60 Shep Jones Lane, Stony Brook will be hosting a live observing session (weather permitting) from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Using their telescopes, they will be providing both digital and visual views of interesting wintertime deep space objects along with the planets Venus, Jupiter and Mars. The event is free. Pre-registration is not required. **Access is only available from 25A / North Country due to the Harbor Road closure. 631-689-0619
Monday March 3
SHS Spring Lecture
Smithtown Historical Society kicks off their Spring Lecture series in the Frank Brush Barn, 211 East Main St., Smithtown with “The Battle of Long Island and the British Occupation” at 7 p.m. This lecture, given by historian Bill Bleyer, delves into the pivotal Battle of Long Island — the largest engagement of the American Revolution — where a significant defeat nearly led to the collapse of the Continental Army in 1776. No registration necessary. Free, donations appreciated. 631-265-6768
Bruce Vilanch
Bruce Vilanch heads to the CAC
As an exclusive post-Academy Awards treat, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington welcomes the one and only Bruce Vilanch — the two-time Emmy Award winning Comedy Writer for 25 Academy Award spectacles — at 7:30 p.m. After a screening of the hilarious and touching documentary about his life and career, Get Bruce!, Vilanch will help dissect the Oscar show of the night before and discuss his new, insider memoir, It Seemed Like a Bad Idea at the Time. Tickets are $28 per person, $22 for members and includes the screening, interview with audience Q&A, and book signing. www.cinemaartscentre.org
CAC Movie Trivia Night
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 March 4
NSJC Social Club event
North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to a concert featuring singer and entertainer Scotto at 11 a.m. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737
Wednesday March 5
Classic Film Lecture
Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket for a Classic Film Lecture on The Wizard of Oz from 12:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Discover how this classic movie was filmed and enjoy movie highlights, along with a memorabilia and book display. Hear about the “tricks of the trade” used by the filmmakers and learn how the movie was cast. Presented by Film Historian Lawrence Wolff. Open to all Suffolk County residents. Reserve your spot at emmaclark.org/programs.
LRHS Book Talk
Lake Ronkonkoma Historical Society, 328 Hawkins Ave., Lake Ronkonkoma welcomes Michael R. Ebert author of “The Lake of Legends,” for a book talk at 7 p.m. Coffee and cake will be served. Free. No registration necessary. For more information, call 631-467-3152.
Thursday March 6
Thankful Thursdays
Suffolk County Vanderbilt Planetarium, 180 Litte Neck Road, Centerport continues its Thankful Thursdays series with a free family-friendly planetarium show at 7 p.m. After the show, they will open the observatory to the public and 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.
Film
‘Bike Vessel’
The Indie Lens Pop-Up series kicks off with a screening of Bike Vessel by Eric D. Seals at the First United Methodist Church 603 Main St., Port Jefferson on Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. In this portrait of familial love, father Donnie Seals Sr. undergoes a transformation after several medical crises and, at age 70, embarks on a long-distance cycling trip with his son. A panel discussing the health, social and infrastructure issues raised by the film with a cardiologist, a representative from a safe transportation organization and a librarian from Port Jefferson Free Library will follow. Free but registration is required by visiting www.gpjac.org.
David Lynch Tribute
In memory of legendary director David Lynch, who passed away on Jan. 15 at the age of 78, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will be screening a selection of his most iconic films including Lost Highway on March 1 at 7 p.m, and A Straight Story on March 29 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $16, $10 members. To purchase in advance, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.
‘Geraldine Ferraro: Paving the Way’
The LongIslandMuseum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook and the Greater Port Jefferson Arts Council present a screening of ‘Geraldine Ferraro: Paving the Way’ at the museum on March 4 at 7 p.m. Enjoy an inspiring film about Geraldine Ferraro’s historic Vice-Presidential nomination, and the first full profile of the trailblazing woman who helped change the face of American politics forever, followed by a talk from Donna Zaccaro, the daughter of Ferraro and the film’s director and producer. Admission is free; preregistration is preferred. Register Here
‘Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter’
The Port Jefferson Documentary Series kicks off its spring season at First United Methodist Church, 603 Main St., Port Jefferson with Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter on March 6 at 7 p.m. The film explores the story of the eponymous woman who was witness to and involved in some of the most historically significant moments of the 20th century, as among her many roles, she was the first female executive assistant to a vice president for Lyndon B. Johnson and then press secretary for Lady Bird Johnson. A conversation with director Abby Ginzberg will follow. Tickets are $10 at the door (cash only) or at www.portjeffdocumentaryseries.com.
‘American Graffiti’
As part of its Reel 1970s series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen American Graffiti on March 6 at 7:30 p.m.An enduring classic, American Graffiti celebrates an America of the early 1960s, where teenagers cruise the streets in hot rods and rock and roll tops the music charts. A story of coming-of-age, it remains one of the most successful films in history.Hosted by film historian Glenn Andreiev. Tickets are $16, $10 members. www.cinemaartscentre.org
Theater
‘(mostly) True Things’
The Performing Arts Studio, 224 East Main St., Port Jefferson presents a (mostly) True Things Storytelling Show on March 1 at 7 p.m. Join them for a compelling evening of true stories – with a twist. Four creative people from the Long Island community will tell true, funny, heartfelt stories about an experience from their own life on the theme Lost and Found. But there is a game in the show as well. Some of the stories include subtle little lies. The audience gets to question the storytellers, then votes for the person they think told it completely straight. Featuring stories by Arthur Frischman, Liz Gannon Graydon, Cathy Salit, Pete Lotus Arevelo, and Jude Treder-Wolff. Tickets are $20 at www.eventbrite.com, $25 at the door (cash only).
‘Heartbreak Hotel’
The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Heartbreak Hotel from Jan. 16 to March 2. The tribute to Elvis takes a closer look at the musical icon whose impact shaped the history of rock and roll as well as popular culture following him from his early days to his rise to become “The King of Rock and Roll.” Featuring over 40 Elvis hits and iconic songs.To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.
Festival of One Act Plays
Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents the 26th annual Festival of One-Act Plays at The Ronald F. Peierls Theatre on the Second Stage from March 8 to April 5. Featuring the world premieres of 7 one act plays. Tickets are $25. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.
‘Menopause the Musical’
It’s back! Menopause the Musical returns to the Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown from March 14 to April 6. A hilarious celebration of women and The Change, this musical parody set to classic tunes from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles. See what more than 15 million women and fans worldwide have been laughing about for over 20 years. Tickets are $61.50, $56.50 seniors. To order, call 1-800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.
‘Ring of Fire’
Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson continues its Mainstage season with Ring of Fire: The Johnny Cash Musical Show from March 1 to March 30. From the heart of the songs of singer-songwriter Johnny Cashcomes a unique musical show about love and faith, struggle and success, rowdiness and redemption, home and family. Ring of Fire captures America’s legendary Man in Black in an exhilarating, tuneful, foot-stomping celebration. His life story is told through the songs he composed, recorded, and shared with the world. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, $25 children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.
‘Waitress The Musical’
Up next at the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport is Waitress The Musical from March 13 to April 27. Based on the 2007 movie, Waitress 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 visit www.engemantheater.com.
Farmers Markets
Huntington Farmers Market
Spirit of Huntington Art Center, 2 Melville Road North, Huntington Station hosts the Long Island Winter Farmers Market every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from Jan. 5 through April 27. 631-470-9620
Port Jefferson Farmers Market
The Port Jefferson Winter Farmers Market returns to the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from Jan. 12 to the end of April. 631-802-2160
Vendors Wanted
◆ Sound Beach Civic Association seeks vendors for its “Out of This World” Kids Day on June 1, from 11 a.m.to 3 p.m. on New York Avenue in Sound Beach—a free event celebrating children and their uniqueness. Craft/retail vendors, vendors providing only information or kids activities, food trucks, and non-profits should call 631-744-6952 or email [email protected].
◆ Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket seeks vendors for its popularEaster Egg Hunts on April 19 and April 20. Fee is $55 for one day, $90 for two days for a 10’ by 10’ spot. For more information, call 631-689-8172 or email [email protected]
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From the heart of the songs of singer-songwriter Johnny Cash comes a unique musical show about love and faith, struggle and success, rowdiness and redemption, home and family. RING OF FIRE captures America’s legendary Man in Black in an exhilarating, tuneful, foot-stomping celebration. His life story is told through the songs he composed, recorded, and shared with the world, including “Country Boy,” “A Thing Called Love,” “Daddy Sang Bass,” “Ring of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” “I’ve Been Everywhere,” “The Man in Black,” and his final hit, “Hurt.
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