EGG-FLATION
While eggs were back on the shelves at some local supermarkets on Presidents Day, including Aldi in Selden, the prices remain higher than normal with a limit of two per customer. Photo by Heidi Sutton
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Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and the Department of Health Services invite residents who are at risk of developing type-2 diabetes to participate in the Suffolk County Diabetes Prevention Program. The program is based off of the National Diabetes Prevention Program that supports moderate behavioral changes and incorporates healthy eating and physical activity.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 98 million American adults — more than 1 in 3 — are at risk for diabetes.
“We want our residents to be healthy and live fulfilling lives,” said Romaine. “We encourage all adult residents to take a one-minute risk survey to learn if they are at risk for prediabetes. Through educational programming and preventative measures, we are here to help you reduce your risk.”
“Diabetes puts the body at risk for many serious health conditions,” said Dr. Gregson Pigott, Suffolk County Health Commissioner. “The good news is that moderate changes in lifestyle can help restore blood sugar to normal levels and result in significant health benefits.”
The Suffolk County Diabetes Prevention Program has received “full plus” recognition from the CDC, meeting the agency’s highest standards. To date, 440 Suffolk County residents have successfully completed the program.
Residents are encouraged to take the one-minute risk test at www.doihaveprediabetes.org and are invited to attend informational sessions at:
— Smithtown Public Library, 148 Smithtown Blvd, Nesconset on Feb. 24 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
— Brookhaven Free Library, 273 Beaver Dam Road, Brookhaven on Wednesday, March 12 from noon to 1 p.m.
— Center Moriches Public Library, 235 Main Street, Center Moriches on March 19 from noon to 1 p.m.
— Patchogue/Medford Library, 54-60 East Main Street, Patchogue on March 28 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will welcome back Anthony Marinello, owner of Dropseed Native Landscapes Native Plant Nursery and a bird-habitat specialist, to speak on supporting native backyard songbirds on Sunday, February 23, from 11 a.m. to noon.
Songbirds add beauty and delight to our world. Backyard bird watching and feeding is a cherished tradition for many who appreciate our feathered friends. Marinello will give a presentation on how to support common backyard songbirds with native plants, bird feeders, and other habitat elements. Afterward, participants will make pinecone feeders.
Marinello is a New York State Certified Nursery and Landscape Professional as well as a Certified National Audubon Habitat and Ecosystems Land Professional.
Beth Laxer-Limmer, Director of Education, said, “The Museum is excited to have Anthony Marinello back to share his knowledge of native birds and plants and how we can create a backyard ecosystem for songbirds.”
For adults and children 10 and up. Participating children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
Fee is $25 per person, $22 members.
By Heidi Sutton
As kids and parents return to busy schedules full of sports, homework and weeknight activities after winter break, building a plan for nutritious and easy meals can be challenging.
Piecing together a menu that fuels active minds without spending hours in the kitchen is a common goal for many families.
For a customizable kid-pleaser, turn to Chopped Chicken Taco Salad and garnish with your family’s favorite toppings. This recipe require minimal prep and calls for on-hand ingredients that provide nutrients people of all ages need to grow and maintain strong bodies and minds.
Chopped Chicken Taco Salad
Recipe courtesy of Megan Gundy on behalf of Milk Means More
YIELD: Makes 4 servings
INGREDIENTS:
For the Dressing
1 cup yogurt, plain Greek
1/3 cup milk, buttermilk
1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lime juice
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
For the Salad
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 head leaf lettuce, chopped
1 avocado, chopped into bite-sized pieces
1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn
1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, chopped
1 cup cheese, Monterey Jack or Mexican shredded cheese
tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips, for topping
DIRECTIONS:
To make the dressing: Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir until well combined. Taste and adjust lime juice and cilantro as needed. If dressing is too thick, add buttermilk one teaspoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
To make the salad: Season the chicken on both sides with the taco seasoning. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Add chicken to the pan and cook on both sides until the outside is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken to a cutting board and slice into strips.
To build the salad, heap the chopped lettuce on a large platter. Sprinkle the chicken over top. Add the avocado, beans, corn, tomatoes and shredded cheese. Drizzle the dressing on top and sprinkle on the tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips right before serving.
Special Exhibition Opening February 20 in Advance of Women’s History Month
The Long Island Museum (LIM), 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook has announced the arrival of “A New Agora for New York: Museums as Spaces for Democracy,” a humanities discussion series that includes the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street traveling exhibition, Voices and Votes: Democracy in America and LIM’s response exhibition Building the Ballot Box: Long Island’s Democratic History opening on February 20, in advance of Women’s History Month. These engaging and thought-provoking exhibitions and programs will examine nearly 250 years of history, exploring the ongoing pursuit to form “a more perfect union.”
The only Smithsonian Affiliate Institution in the Nassau-Suffolk region, LIM collects, preserves, interprets, and celebrates Long Island’s richly diverse past and its storied role in our nation’s history.
“The Long Island Museum is honored to be involved in this statewide conversation about democracy,” said Co-Executive Director Joshua Ruff. “In our response exhibition and planned programs, we will especially explore how political participation throughout our region has expanded and been a shifting, challenging, and inspirational terrain over time.”
Building the Ballot Box, on view through May 18, will examine the role this region played in history from the Women’s suffrage movement, Civil Rights, and other movements in political history. This exhibition will include key artifacts like the Suffrage Wagon that was across New York State in public events to advocate for women’s suffrage in 1917. Other objects highlight regional trailblazers such as Shirley Chisholm, the first Black US Congresswoman, and Geraldine Ferraro, the first female candidate nominated for Vice President by a major political party.
Voices and Votes, on view through April 6, is based on a major exhibition currently on display at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith, and includes many of the same dynamic features: historical and contemporary photographs; educational and archival video; engaging multimedia interactives, and historical objects like campaign souvenirs, voter memorabilia, and protest material.
The Museum Association of New York (MANY) is the statewide organizer for the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service’s Museum on Main Street program bringing Voices and Votes: Democracy in America to twelve museums across New York State. The Long Island Museum is the seventh institution in the state to participate in “A New Agora for New York” and host the Voices and Votes exhibition.
“Long Island is full of inspiring stories of civic engagement and significant ‘firsts’ in America’s 250 years of democratic history,” said MANY Agora Project Fellow Ren Lee. “We are thrilled to work with the Long Island Museum as they use Voices and Votes as a launching point to engage with their community through these exhibitions and a truly fantastic lineup of programs.”
The Voices and Votes exhibition will be on view in the Cowles Gallery of LIM’s History Museum. Building the Ballot Box will be on view directly adjacent to Voices and Votes, in the History Museum’s Main Gallery. These exhibitions will be accompanied by a series of programs including a drop-in day for Girl Scouts on Friday February 21 and an American Experiments Game Night on Feb. 27.
For a full description of the exhibitions and all programs, visit the Long Island Museum’s website longislandmuseum.org
February Break at the Hatchery
Enjoy February Break at the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor with Homemade Playdough on Feb. 20 and a Hatchery Tour with live animal encounters on Feb. 21. No reservations necessary. All activities will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and are free with admission of $7 adults, $6 seniors and $5 children ages 3 to 12. www.cshfishhatchery.org. 516-692-6768
Gesture drawing
Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport offers a Gesture Drawing Workshop with artist Wendy Klemperer on Feb. 20 from noon to 2 p.m. Participants will view drawings and sculptures in her exhibition Wrought Taxonomies, practice gestural drawing, and learn about the artistic process of creating sculpture that captures movement and form. For kids in grades 5 to 8 only. Tickets are $45, $40 members at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.
Stellar Suncatchers and Solar Observing
Children ages 9 to 12 can learn all about the Sun, create stellar suncatchers and safely look directly at the Sun through a solar telescope (weather permitting) at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport on Feb. 20 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. $10 per child, $8 members. To register, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.
World Whale Week Crafts
Celebrate World Whale Week at the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor by dropping in to make crafts on Feb. 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. See and touch real whale bones from the museum’s exhibit and learn how you can help keep the oceans safe for these incredible creatures. Make an interactive ocean sensory jar featuring a clay whale of your own creation. Admission fee + $10 participant; $5 member. 631-367-3418
Girl Scouts Drop-in Day at the LIM
The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook invites Girl Scouts to drop-in and spend the afternoon exploring their two newest exhibitions about democracy in America, Voices and Votes and Building the Ballot Box, with an extra special focus on some courageous women who changed history on Feb. 21 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Scouts of all levels will engage with museum educators in the galleries, create a button with their own slogan, design a sash with sass in our studio, and even take a picture with a real Suffrage Wagon used in campaigns on Long Island! Earn the LIM’s own History Maven patch or work on requirements for your troop level’s Democracy badge. Fee is $15 per Scout and one adult free (all other non-scouts require regular museum admission). LIM patch is available for $2 after activities are complete. To register, visit www.longislandmuseum.org.
WinterFest at the library
Families with children up to Grade 6 are invited to drop by Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket for a WinterFest celebration on Feb. 22 between 10 a.m. and noon. Enjoy frosty fun with games, crafts, and contests! No registration required. Bring a friend! Questions? Email [email protected]
The Art of Horace Pippin
For Black History Month, Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 West Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown will present a family program, The Art of Horace Pippin on Feb. 22 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. See how African American painter Horace Pippin’s artwork reflected upon America’s history of slavery, segregation, and war before learning how to paint in his unique style. $4 per person. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Little Artists Workshop
Walt Whitman Birthplace, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station presents a Little Artists Workshop on Feb. 22 at 11:30 a.m. This hands-on workshop is designed for children Pre-K through 4th grade, encouraging young minds to explore their artistic talents in a fun and inspiring environment. Cost is $20, $15 for members. To register, visit www.waltwhitman.org
Story & Craft with Nana Carol
The Next Chapter bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington hosts a Story and Craft event with Nana Carol on Feb. 24 at 10:30 a.m. Free. No registration required. Appropriate for ages 0-4. 631-482-5008
What is a Turtle?
As part of its Pollywog Adventures series, Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor presents What is a Turtle? on Feb. 26 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
‘A Goofy Movie’
As part of its Cinema for Kids series, the Cinema Arts Centre,423 Park Ave., Huntington presents A Goofy Movie on Feb. 23 at noon. A 1990’s Disney cult classic, the film sees the loveable Goof attempting to bond with his teenage son Max on a hilarious cross-country road trip. En route to the ol’ fishing hole, they find themselves up to their floppy ears in misadventure, action-packed situations, narrow escapes—and even a comic close encounter with Bigfoot. Will Max learn there’s nothing wrong with taking after dear old dad…even if he is a little goofy? Rated G. Tickets are $13 adults, $5 kids. www.cinemaartscentre.org.
‘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.
‘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’
Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Frozen Jr. from Jan. 18 to Feb. 23. A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen Jr. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. Tickets are $26.50 per person. To order, call 1-800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org
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It is still early in 2025, but the Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society (HLPS) is already working on its list of projects and events for the coming season, including a refocus on renovation projects, additional lighthouse tours, and the end of its annual Musicfest, according to a press release on Feb. 19.
“After 15 successful years, we will not be hosting the Lighthouse Musicfest in 2025,” said Pam Setchell, HLPS President. “This decision was not made lightly, and we want to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who has supported and participated over the years. We deeply appreciate the enthusiasm shown for this event, and also want to thank the Town of Huntington for its support of this event.”
“Musicfest is a massive and monthslong undertaking for a very small group of volunteers who set aside business and personal activities for extended periods of time to make it happen,” continued Setchell. “With limited resources at our disposal, we have decided to refocus this year on important construction and renovation projects to ensure the continuation of the Huntington Light for another 113 plus years. In addition, we are working to meet the increasing demand for visitor tours and grow and train our volunteer staff to align with the needs of the lighthouse.”
Renovation focus
The ongoing restoration of a historical structure is never easy, and the unique location of the Huntington Light–it’s literally surrounded by water and has no means of access by land–amplifies the challenges. Since the inception of the Save Huntington’s Lighthouse group in 1985, and then the Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society, the preservation and restoration of the lighthouse has remained a top priority.
Through a combination of public and private grants, private donations, seasonal tours, special events, and merchandise sales, HLPS has raised approximately $3.5 million in its 40-year history for improvements and restoration projects.
In 2025, new, custom-fabricated windows will replace the original windows, made possible by a generous grant from the Gardiner Foundation and a matching private donation. Additional projects include roof repairs and protective matting, wrought iron railings, repairing cracks in the building’s exterior masonry, and painting and repairing the cupola. A new custom watch deck door is also going to be installed. Each project requires careful planning to ensure that the building’s history and design are maintained. Everything that’s needed, including supplies, tools, and crew must be transported by water and can only be accomplished during a limited season.
Additionally, HLPS is reevaluating its fundraising raising efforts, strengthening its volunteer program, and overhauling the current HLPS website to provide additional functionality.
Lighthouse Tours
Offering access and sharing the story of the lighthouse are core to the HLPS’s mission. Last summer saw an increase in public tour participation, and HLPS anticipates another year that may be even busier. The team is working to add more tour dates, including dinner tours, to the schedule; 2025 dates will be announced soon!
HLPS also makes the lighthouse available for group tours by school groups and others wanting to learn more about maritime history, and visit a working lighthouse.
“We are incredibly proud of the community we’ve built together and the positive impact our collective efforts have had for the lighthouse,” said Setchell. “We are looking forward to seeing the luster restored to this treasured structure and believe you will, too. We stay committed to preserving the lighthouse for future generations as a welcoming beacon to the entrance of Huntington and Lloyd Harbors.”
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About the Huntington Lighthouse:
The Huntington Harbor Lighthouse was built in 1912 and proudly stands guard at the entrance to Huntington and Lloyd Harbors. It rises 42 feet above the water, marking dangerous rocks and helping to navigate boat traffic. It is unique in both design and construction and the first concrete lighthouse structure on the east coast. The Venetian Renaissance (Beaux Art) style of the lighthouse gives it the appearance of a small castle. The lighthouse was added to the National Register for Historic Buildings in 1989 and was placed on Notice of Availability by the National Parks Service on July 2, 2010. The HLPS was granted ownership of the Lighthouse in 2012.
About HLPS:
The Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society, Inc. is a volunteer non-profit, tax-exempt, 501(c) (3) organization. Its mission is to restore, preserve and provide public access to the Huntington Harbor Lighthouse (formerly Lloyd Harbor Lighthouse); to achieve the safe keeping of the building, artifacts, and records; to enhance public awareness and education on lighthouse history; to make the HHL a premier tourist attraction on Long Island; and to serve as a prototype of a restored offshore lighthouse.
For additional information, visit: https://www.huntingtonlighthouse.org/
Reduce Your Energy Bill
Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station hosts a Reduce Your Energy Bill event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. PSEG’s Residential Energy Affordability Partnership (REAP) program is free for income-eligible customers. Drop in and speak with a PSEG representative to learn how REAP can help you save energy and reduce your electric bills. No registration required. 631-928-1212.
HHS Lunch and Learn
Huntington Historical Society continues their Lunch and Learn series with a lecture on Black Whalers by Nomi Dayan at Red Restaurant, 417 New York Ave., Huntington from noon to 2 p.m. Join this fascinating presentation spotlighting the roles African American mariners played in our whaling history. Explore their triumphs, challenges, perseverance, and connections to sea-including ties to the Underground Railroad. Tickets are $55, $45 members and includes a two-course gourmet meal and dessert. Cash bar available. To register, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.
Gallery North Art Reception
Join Gallery North, 90 North Country Road, Setauket for an opening reception for Contours & Currents: Recent Works by Edward Acosta from 6 to 8 p.m. The exhibition, which features a selection of large and medium-scale acrylic paintings inspired by views of sunrises and sunsets on Long Island, runs through March 30. 631-751-2676
An Evening of Jazz
Richie Iacona’s Bad Little Big Band heads to the Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook at 7 p.m. The concert, titled “Our Kind of Broadway!”, features singer Madeline Kole. Tickets are $30 adults, $25 seniors, $20 children, $15 children ages 6 and older. To order, visit www.thejazzloft.org. 631-751-1895
SBU Faculty Recital
Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook hosts a joint Faculty Recital featuring Gina Cuffari, Christina Dahl and Nina Bernat in the Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. The trio will present an eclectic program of virtuosic masterworks reimagined and new works exploring the creative possibilities of the bassoon, bass, and piano. Program will include works by Roussel, Prokofiev, Harberg, August and Vivaldi. Free admission. 631-632-2787
Unsung Heroes Lecture
In honor of Black History Month Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station will present a lecture titled Unsung Heroes: African-American Medical Pioneers from 11 a.m. to noon. Discover the history of Pittsburgh’s Freedom House Ambulance Corps, Staten Island’s Black Angels, and more with educator Howard Rosenberg. Call 631-928-1212 or visit www.cplib.org to register.
‘Iconography’ art reception
Huntington Arts Council invites the community to an artist reception for its current exhibit, Iconography, at the Main Street Gallery, 213 Main St., Huntington from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Juried by Alexandra “Sasha” Giordano, the exhibit explores how traditional symbols and imagery can be reimagined through contemporary practices. The show runs through March 16. For more information, call 631-271-8423.
‘Figure and Form’ art reception
The Reboli Center for Art & History, 604 Main St., Stony Brook hosts an opening reception for “Figure & Form” from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Be among the first to experience this captivating exhibition, featuring dynamic interpretations of figure and form by Joseph Reboli, Stefano Curti, Frances Campani, Ahmad Kasher, Steven Forster, and more. The show runs through April 13. Light refreshments will be served. 631-751-7707
WinterTide Concert
The Port Jefferson Village Center, 101-A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson presents Gail Storm in concert from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. as part of its WinterTide series. With her barrelhouse piano style and winning smile, this is a perfect way to warm up a winter evening. Free will donation. Sponsored by St. Charles Hospital and Greater Port Jefferson-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council. 631-473-5220
Avalon Astronomy Night – just added!
The Observatories at Avalon Nature Preserve will be hosting a live observing session (weather permitting), The Classics of the Winter Sky, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Their telescopes will be providing both digital and visual views of popular wintertime deep space objects and the planets Jupiter and Mars. Free. Pre-registration is not required. Parking is at the barn at 60 Shep Jones Lane in Stony Brook. Please note: Access is only available from 25A / North Country due to the Harbor Road closure. For more information, call 631-689-0619.
New Orleans Songbook with Jazz
Get ready to celebrate all-things Mardi Gras! Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook presents the New Orleans Songbook with Jazz at Lincoln Center in the Recital Hall at 8 p.m. Enjoy a celebration of the city’s rich jazz heritage, from Jelly Roll Morton to Louis Armstrong! Tickets range from $53 to $76. To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.
Friday Night Face Off
Long Island’s longest running Improv Comedy Show, Friday Night Face Off, returns to Theatre Three’s Second Stage, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson tonight at 10:30 p.m. Using audience suggestions, FNFO pits two teams of improvisers against each other in an all-out championship! Recommended for ages 16 and up, due to adult content. Tickets are $15 at the door, cash only. 631-928-9100
Long Island Spring Home Show
Suffolk County Community College, 1001 Crooked Hill Road, Brentwood hosts the annual Long Island Spring Home Show today from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Feb. 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring a wide selection of home improvement, remodeling and landscaping professionals in a fun, interactive environment. Free passes at www.LIHomeShows-sc.com, $10 at the door.
‘More Cowbell!’
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook welcomes LIMEHOF inductee Albert Bouchard, the former Blue Öyster Cult drummer on the recording “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper” at 3 p.m. to speak about the song, the famous SNL skit and how the expression “I’ve got a fever, and the only prescription is more cowbell” remains iconic! The first 50 attendees will receive a free one of a kind red LIMEHOF mini cowbell. The event is free with general admission ticket purchase to the Hall of Fame and will feature a Q&A with Bouchard and select video clips. 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org
Poetry & Mocktail Night
Rescheduled from Feb. 8 and Feb. 15. Join Walt Whitman Birthplace Association, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station for Love in Verse: Poetry & Mocktail Night, a special Valentine’s Day Open Poetry Mic Night filled with heartfelt expressions, delicious mocktails, and the timeless beauty of poetry at 7 p.m. $15 admission, $10 members. To register, visit www.waltwhitman.org.
February Funny Fest
Long Island Comedy Festival’s 8th annual February Funny Fest heads to Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson at 8 p.m. Hosted by Maria Walsh, the comedic line-up includes “Banjo” Les Bayer, Paul Taro, Rob Falcone and John Santo. Tickets are $55. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.
Long Island Spring Home Show
See Feb. 22 listing.
Psychic & Holistic Wellness Expo
Empowered Path Expos presents a Pychic & Holistic Wellness Expo at Holiday Inn, 1730 North Ocean Ave., Holtsville from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with psychic mediums, tarot readings, angel card readings, wellness vendors, raffles and more. Free admission.
Bingo Fundraiser
Lake Ronkonkoma Historical Society presents an afternoon of Bingo at Moloney’s Tribute Center, 132 Ronkonkoma Ave., Lake Ronkonkoma at noon. Enjoy prizes, raffles and light refreshments. $20 for 4 games. To reserve your spot, call 631-588-1515.
Slavery on the North Fork lecture
In recognition of Black History Month, Hallockville Museum Farm will host a presentation by the North Fork Project, Slavery on the North Fork, in the Community Room at the Visitors Center of Hallock State Park Preserve, 6062 Sound Ave., Riverhead from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free, but reservations are required by visiting www.hallockville.org.
Maple Sugaring Class
Hoyt Farm Nature Preserve, 200 New Highway, Commack presents a Maple Sugaring class today from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Learn about the history of maple sugaring, from its discovery by Native Americans to modern-day techniques. Younger participants will learn about tree anatomy, chlorophyll’s role in sap production, and photosynthesis in maple syrup creation. Tickets are just $5 per person (cash only), with classes being open to the general public. Due to high demand, it is recommended that guests arrive by 1 p.m. to register. Questions? Call 631-543-7804.
The Perfect Combination in concert
Northport Public Library, 151 Laurel Ave., Northport presents a concert titled Perfect Combination: Tribute to the Legends at 2 p.m. Join duo Donna Lee and Kenny Hendricks for this exciting, interactive musical show. The two vocalists will perform songs by artists including Donna Summer, Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Billy Joel, and many more, all with keyboard accompaniment. To register, call 631-261-6930.
‘Unfinished’ opening reception
Join the Huntington Historical Society for the opening reception for “Unfinished” featuring incomplete creations from the Society’s collection at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main St., Huntington from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. The exhibit will run through September. Questions? Call 631-427-7045.
‘Kindred Spirits’ opening reception
The Firefly Artists, 90 Main St., Northport invites the community to an opening reception of its 5th annual “Kindred Spirits” exhibit, highlighting the unique relationships between teachers and students, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. The exhibit, which runs through March 10, offers a chance to meet the artists, hear their stories, and enjoy an afternoon surrounded by incredible art. 631-651-5545
Annie Mark in concert
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook presents a concert by Annie Mark from 3 to 4 p.m. The singer-songwriter will share her country-tinged Americana-roots music with a little torch and twang thrown in. The event is free with general admission ticket purchase. 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org
Free Health Screenings
Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station will provide free health screenings from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A Catholic Health registered nurse will be onsite to provide flu shots, screenings for blood pressure, BMI, blood cholesterol or glucose, and referrals. No insurance required. Open to all 18+. No registration required. 631-928-1212
SBU Family Orchestra Concert
Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts will host the annual Family Orchestra Concert on the Main Stage at 7:30 p.m. Conducted by Susan Deaver, the University Orchestra will present “Orchestral Rhythms’ with soloist Alicja Paruch. Free admission. 631-632-2787
Bachelors of Broadway
The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport continues its Special Events series with a Bachelors of Broadway at 8 p.m. This brand-new three-man act features symphonic arrangements of songs from modern and classic musicals like Wicked, The Phantom of the Opera, Jersey Boys, Miss Saigon, The Greatest Showman, Les Miserables and many more. Tickets are $45. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.
Community Blood Drive
Northport Public Library, 151 Laurel Ave., Northport will hold a Community Blood Drive through New York Blood Center from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Appointments are preferred, however walk-ins are welcome if space permits. www.donate.nybc.org
SBU Journalism Lecture
Stony Brook University’s School of Communication and Journalism presents its annual Marie Colvin Distinguished Lecture in the Wang Center Theater, 100 Nicolls Road Stony Brook at 6 p.m. Rhona Tarrant, Executive Editor of CBS News Confirmed, will examine the rising prominence of open-source verification in conflict reporting and outline the critical tools required for the next generation of journalists. Preceded by a reception at 5:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. 631-632-7403
SBU Presidential Lecture
Stony Brook University presents a Presidential lecture, A Conversation with Eddie Glaude Jr., PhD, in the Wang Center Theater, 100 Nicolls Road Stony Brook at 5 p.m. Join Executive Vice President and Provost Carl Lejuez for a special afternoon with The New York Times Best Sellers author and scholar. Glaude will examine the concept of anti-racism and discuss his latest book, We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For. Followed by a Q&A, book signing and reception. Free and open to the public. Visit stony brook.edu/presidentiallecture for more information.
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
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.
‘The Real Dirt on Farmer John’
As part of its Let’s Eat: Food on Film series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will present the documentary The Real Dirt on Farmer John on Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m. A great American epic playing out in the tiny town of Caledonia, Illinois, The Real Dirt on Farmer John tells the story of John Peterson and his struggle to redefine his family farm into a revolutionary farming community. $16 per person, $10 members. www.cinemaartscentre.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 Mulholland Drive on Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m.; Inland Empire on Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m., 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.
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’
Join Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station to watch Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, starring Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O’Hara, on Feb. 24 at 2 p.m. To reserve your seat, call 631-928-1212 or visit www.cplib.org.
‘Bike Vessel’
In partnership with Independent Lens, the Greater Port Jefferson-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council will host an Indie Lens Pop-Up screening of the documentary Bike Vessel at First United Methodist Church, 603 Main St., Port Jefferson on Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. which chronicles a portrait of familial love following a long-distance cycling trip between father and son. Followed by a panel discussion. Free but registration is required by visiting www.gpjac.org.
‘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.
‘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 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. 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.
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.
‘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.
Huntington Farmers Market
Spirit of Huntington Art Center, 2 Melville Road North, Huntington Station hosts the Long Island Winter Farmers Market every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from Jan. 5 through April 27. 631-470-9620
Port Jefferson Farmers Market
The Port Jefferson Winter Farmers Market returns to the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from Jan. 12 to the end of April. 631-802-216
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PSEG Long Island is launching Senior Connections, a new program focused on helping seniors in the community navigate through a range of important topics. Under the program, PSEG Long Island is providing subject-matter experts to address groups of seniors about storm preparation, scam prevention, electric safety, energy efficiency and financial assistance.
“We created this Senior Connections program to enhance our commitment to older adults in the community,” said Michael Presti, PSEG Long Island’s director of Customer Experience and Marketing. “This free program will provide important information to help seniors stay safe and save money at locations that are convenient for them to attend.”
The seminars will be held in partnership with large and small community-based organizations, local libraries, schools, 55+ communities and other groups that provide seniors with programming and activities. Small, intimate groups or larger gatherings can be accommodated, either in person or via interactive virtual video meetings.
In Suffolk County the first seminar will be held at the Huntington YMCA, on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 1 p.m. The topic will be on scam prevention. To sign up for this free program, visit ymcali.org/pseg-senior-connections.
To find out more about the program or to request a lecture for your constituency, contact PSEG Long Island at[email protected].
The annual, educational Maple Sugaring classes are back at Hoyt Farm. The highly anticipated program will run on three Sundays: February 23rd, March 2nd, and March 9th, from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Hoyt Farm Nature Preserve, located at 200 New Highway in Commack. Tickets are just $5 per person (cash only), with classes being open to the general public. Due to high demand, it is recommended that guests arrive by 1 p.m. to register.
“This is one of our Town’s finest and wildly popular educational programs, and it’s an experience every resident should take part in. The techniques used to make maple syrup are a cherished part of our history. Jeff Gumin, Sheryl Brook, and the entire Hoyt Farm team go above and beyond with their demonstration, making it an unforgettable experience that I highly recommend for the entire family,” said Smithtown Town Supervisor Edward R. Wehrheim.
The Maple Sugaring Program covers the history of maple sugaring, from its discovery by Native Americans to modern-day techniques. The program 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.
A unique feature of Hoyt Farm’s program is that Black Walnut trees are tapped alongside traditional Maple trees. To produce the sweetest sap, temperatures must remain below freezing at night and above 40 degrees during the day, which typically occurs during the late February to early March sugaring season.
Program Highlights:
The Hoyt Farm Nature Preserve’s maple sugaring program began in the late 1970s as a single class and has since grown into an interactive, family-friendly experience open to the general public.
For questions about this and other programs at Hoyt Farm, call: (631) 543-7804.
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