Ongoing

Riverhead Holiday Light Show

The Riverhead Holiday Light Show, 149 Edwards Ave., Calverton runs through Dec. 30. The largest drive-through light show in Suffolk County features dozens of dazzling displays to delight the entire family! Tickets can be purchased online at www.holidaylightshow.com.

Girl Scouts Holiday Light Show

The Girl Scouts of Suffolk County presents its 20th annual Girl Scout Holiday Light Show at Southaven County Park in Yaphank through December 30. This year, the light show will be a fully immersive, walk-through Enchanted Forest, which features 80 illuminated holiday-themed displays along with photos with Santa, picnics with s’mores, music, and games for visitors to enjoy. For tickets, visit www.gssclightshow.com.

Holiday Illuminations

The Smithtown Historical Society, 239 Main St., Smithtown presents Holiday Illuminations every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 31. from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Explore the Society’s grounds illuminated for the holiday season! Every half hour, the historical buildings will be brought to life with stunning visuals and animations, telling enchanting holiday tales. Food trucks, vendors, live music and a visit from Santa will add to the festive atmosphere. Tickets online are $22 adults, $17 seniors, $12 children at www.holidayilluminations2023.com. 631-265-6768

Festival of Trees

Visit the Festival of Trees, a month long extravaganza to kick off the holiday shopping season, on the second floor of the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson Dec. 1 through Jan. 2, 2024 (except Dec. 25) from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free. 473-4778

Holiday Spectacular

Town of Brookhaven’s Holiday Spectacular, an indoor, walk-through holiday light show, returns to Holtsville Ecology Site, 249 Buckley Road, Holtsville on Dec. 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18; hours on Fridays and Saturdays are 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sundays, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission to this event is $10 per adult; $8 for seniors, veterans and children under 12; children 3 and under are free. Photos available with Santa for an additional fee; credit cards only, no cash accepted. Tickets must be purchased in advance at BrookhavenNY.gov/Holiday. 631-451-5330.

Thursday Nov. 30

Native American Drumming 

All Souls Parish House, 10 Mill Road, Stony Brook will host an evening of Native American Drumming Meditation from 7 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. 631-655-7798

Whalers GrogFest

The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St. Cold Spring Harbor presents a Whalers GrogFest from 7 to 9 p.m. ​Join the museum after hours to support Cold Spring Harbor’s historic gem as it transforms into a tavern for the evening with live sea shanties to get you in the spirit (pun definitely intended). Savor rum punch while you explore the maritime origins behind the drink, and learn about the local history of bootlegging. Sample small bites from downtown Cold Spring Harbor restaurants. Tickets are $50, members $30 at the door. 631-367-3418

An Evening of Jazz

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook presents a concert by the Interplay Jazz Orchestra from 7 to 9:30 p.m. featuring a 17 piece big band co-directed by Joe Devassy on trombone and Gary Henderson on trumpet. Tickets are $30 adults, $25 seniors, $20 students, $15 children at www.thejazzloft.org.

SCCC Winter Concert

Suffolk County Community College, Ammerman Campis, 533 College Road, Selden will hold a free winter concert featuring SCCC’s Orchestra, Guitar Ensemble, Suffolk Singers and College Choir in the Shea Theatre, Islip Arts Building at 7 p.m. No tickets required.

Friday Dec. 1

Christmas Festival

St. Gerard Majella Church Parish Hall, 300 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station hosts its annual Christmas Festival tonight from 4 to 9 p.m., Dec. 2 from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with unique holiday crafts, vendors, photos with Santa, holiday decor, kids crafts and games, raffles, food, desserts, kids shopping with free wrapping and much more. Call 473-2900.

First Friday at the Heckscher

The Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington continues its First Friday series from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Explore the exhibitions during extended viewing hours and enjoy a special performance by Canta Libre, a renowned quintet of flute, harp and strings, at 7 p.m. Free admission. Call 380-3230.

SCCC Winter Concert

Suffolk County Community College, Ammerman Campis, 533 College Road, Selden will hold a free winter concert featuring SCCC’s Contemporary Music Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble and Symphonic Band in the Shea Theatre, Islip Arts Building at 7 p.m. No tickets required.

Saturday Dec. 2

Christmas Festival

See Dec. 1 listing.

Pancake Breakfast with Santa

Magic Circle Nursery School at Union United Methodist Church, 1018 Pulaski Road, East Northport will hold its 42nd annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Come bring the whole family for a real holiday treat filled with food and fun. Remember your camera for the perfect holiday photo with Santa. Donation is $8 adults, $4 children. For further information, call 631-754-5565.

Greenery Boutique

The Three Village Garden Club will hold its annual Greenery Boutique at the Setauket Neighborhood House, 95 Main St., Setauket from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shop for wreaths, swags, kissing balls crafts, table designs, ornaments, candles and more. 

Christmas Market 

The Vincent Bove Community Center, 55 Cliff Road, Belle Terre hosts a Christmas Market today and Dec. 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in conjunction with the Port Jefferson Dickens Festival. 631-828-4340.

Holiday Bazaar 

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 716 Route 25A, Rocky Point presents its annual Holiday Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hosted by Trinity Women of WELCA, the event will feature handmade crafts, unique gifts, home and holiday decor, Grandma’s Attic (gently used holiday themed items),  hot food, bake sale and more. Photos with Santa ($10 fee) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free admission. 631-744-9355, www.thefishchurch.com

Dickens Cookie Walk

Saint Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 309 Patchogue Road (Route 112), Port Jefferson Station hosts a Dickens’ Cookie Walk from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until the homemade cookies run out! They will also be debuting a brand new ice cream flavor from Max & Mina’s “A Tale of Two Cookies.” 631-473-2236

St. Nicholas Bazaar

Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport hosts its annual St. Nicholas Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The bazaar includes vendors, antiques, cookies, silent auction and a visit from Santa. Call 631-261-7670.

Charles Dickens Festival

The Village of Port Jefferson will play host to the 27th annual Charles Dickens Festival today and Dec. 3 as it magically transforms into the Dickensian era with streets filled with a troupe of Dickens Street Characters magic shows, a gingerbread house contest, carriage rides, music, ice skating, street performances and much more. Opening parade kicks off today on East Main Street at 11 a.m. Free, fee for some activities and events. Visit www.portjeff.com/dickens/ for full schedule of events.

Boyle Road PTA Vendor & Craft Fair

Boyle Road Elementary School PTA,  424 Boyle Road, Port Jefferson Station will host its 20th annual Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with local vendors and crafters selling everything you need for the holiday season and a special visit from Santa. Call 631-474-8140.

Holiday Fine Art & Craft Fair

The Art League of Long Island will present their 58th annual Holiday Fine Art & Craft Fair at Vanderbilt Elementary School, 350 Deer Park Ave., Dix Hills today and Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. featuring an eclectic variety of one-of-a-kind art and craft work created by 60+ exhibitors. 631-462-5400, www.artleagueli.org

Mistletoe Lane Craft Fair

First Presbyterian Church, Main Street and 107 South St., Port Jefferson presents a Mistletoe Lane Craft Fair today and Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring craft vendors, homemade soups, children’s activities, a visit from Santa and musical performances starting at 1 p.m. Call 473-0147 for more information.

Smithtown Craft & Gift Fair

The holidays are almost here. Time to shop till you drop at the 11th annual Smithtown Craft & Gift Fair, Smithtown East High School, 1 School St., St. James today and Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Over 100 exhibitors fill the school gymnasium with predominantly hand crafted work with a few select gift items.  Expect to see some exquisite jewelry, artisanal, vintage and new. Decorative wreaths, homemade candies, organic soaps, holiday décor and much more. Free admission. 631-846-1459

TVHS Candlelight House Tour

The Three Village Historical Society presents the 44th annual Candlelight House Tour from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Historic Caroline Church of Setauket will be featured in honor of their Tricentennial celebration and four homes in the Dyers Neck Historic District of Setauket will be expertly decorated for the holiday season. Guests will tour each home learning about the historical architecture and design. Tickets are $70 per person, $55 members. 631-751-3730, www.tvhs.org

Drive Through Live Nativity

Stony Brook Christian Assembly, 400 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook will hold its annual Drive Through Live Nativity tonight, Dec. 3, 8 and 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. Take a trip back in time to experience the magic and mystery of the first Christmas. This is a free event. No tickets or registration required. 631-689-1127

Huntington Men’s Chorus concert

St.Francis of Assisi R.C. Church, 29 Clay Pitts Road, Greenlawn hosts a holiday concert by the Huntington Men’s Chorus at 7 p.m. Come see Huntington’s longest-running male singing group in its 74th season, presenting its Fall 2023 concert.  Featuring popular, spiritual and holiday music, with Christmas carol sing-a-long.  Special treat, virtuoso oboist Shane Helfner!  Tickets $18 adults; $16 students and seniors in advance at www.huntingtonmenschorus.org, $20 at the door.

Live reading of ‘A Christmas Carol’

The Cinema Arts Centre presents Gerald Dickens, the great-great grandson of Charles Dickens in an extraordinary performance in his one-man play of the classic Christmas story, at 7 p.m. Using his own adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas tale, Gerald plays over 30 characters using vocal and physical talents to bring each scene vividly to life. Tickets are available at www.cinemaartscentre.org. 

Sunday Dec. 3

Christmas Festival

See Dec. 1 listing.

Christmas Market

See Dec. 2 listing.

Charles Dickens Festival

See Dec. 2 listing.

Holiday Fine Art & Craft Fair

See Dec. 2 listing.

Mistletoe Lane Craft Fair

See Dec. 2 listing.

St. James Craft & Gift Fair

See Dec. 2 listing.

Drive Through Live Nativity

See Dec. 2 listing.

Christmas Craft Fair

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 800 Portion Road, Ronkonkoma will hold its annual Christmas Craft Fair in the Parish Hall from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with crafts, gifts, Christmas items, refreshments and raffles. Over 45 vendors. Call 631-737-4388.

Holiday House Tour

Huntington Historical Society presents its annual Historic Houses at the Holidays tour from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s event, titled “Highlights of Historic Huntington,” will feature five homes beautifully decorated for the holidays including one owned by the Ketewamoke Chapter of the National Society of the Daughter’s of the American Revolution. Tickets are $60 per person, $50 members at www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org. For more information, call 631-427-7045 ext. 401.

WMHO Holiday Festival

The 44th annual Ward Melville Heritage Organization’s Holiday Festival will be held at the Stony Brook Village Center, 111 Main St., Stony Brook from noon to 5 p.m. Visitors will enjoy a Promenade of Trees, carolers, live music, a holiday train display at Wiggs Opticians, “Legends & Spies” puppet parade, and a visit from Santa Claus. Stay for the holiday tree lighting on the Village Green at 5:30 p.m. Free. 631-751-2244, www.wmho.org

LIM Winter Open House

Stop by the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook for their Winter Open House from noon to 5 p.m. Come see 19th-century sleighs — just like Santa’s — in their world-renowned Carriage Museum, or explore their current art exhibitions “SOMOS/WE ARE: Latinx Artists of Long Island” and “Perfect 10: The 10th Annual LIMarts Exhibition” on view in the Art and History Museums. Their beautiful grounds, featuring a majestic stone and marble fountain, a one-room schoolhouse, an 18th-century barn, and art installations, are the perfect backdrop for any last-minute holiday card photos! Free admission. www.longislandmuseum.org

Historic Holidays at Hallockville

Join the Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead in celebrating the holidays with a Victorian Christmas in the Hallock Homestead, Polish Christmas Eve in the Cichanowicz Farmhouse, historic toy exhibits and more from noon to 3:30 p.m. Free event. 631-298-5292

Pet Pictures with Santa

Howard Hanna Coach Realtors, 354 Route 25A Mount Sinai will host a Pet Pictures with Santa event from noon to 3 p.m. Snacks, hot chocolate, fun and a free bandana to all the four-legged friends who participate! Admission is FREE, but please donate an item for Save-A-Pet Animal Shelter in Port Jefferson Station. Items needed include paper towels, garbage bags, laundry detergent, Purina Kitten/Cat Chow, cat litter, and canned cat/dog food.  631-331-3600

A Salute to Norway

Celebrate St. James hosts a A Salute to Our Norwegian Heritage & Culture event at the Calderone Theatre, 176 Second St., St. James at 1 p.m. Join them for a festive afternoon of storytelling, food tasting, craft making and more! Ticket are $25, $20 members at www.celebratestjames.org.

The Vendettas Holiday Spectacular Concert

North Shore Public Library, 250 Route 25A, Shoreham presents The Vendettas Holiday Spectacular concert from 1:30 to 3 p.m. featuring classic rock and roll holiday tunes like “Jingle Bell Rock” and “Run Run Rudolph,” and classic 60’s R&B with a little help from the “Holiday Horns.” This concert is guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit! Open to all. To register, please call the library at 631-929-4488.

Homegrown String Band in concert

Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station will host a concert by the Homegrown String Band at 1:30 p.m. The band will be sharing their original interpretations of traditional songs by such artists as the Carter Family, Jimmie Rodgers, the Mississippi Sheiks, and the Delmore Brothers among others, adding their own musical DNA to an American tradition. Walk-ins are welcome, but registration is preferred. 631-928-1212, www.cplib.org

Silver Chords Holiday Concert

The Bates House, 1 Bates Road, Setauket hosts a classic holiday concert by the Silver Chords Chorus titled Celebrations at 2 p.m. Featuring music tot celebrate all the holidays of the season from Veteran’s Day to Christmas and New Year’s with raffle baskets. Free admission. Call 631-235-3593.

Tribute to Elton John

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport hosts a concert by the Elton John tribute band JC & The Crocodiles at 6 p.m. The band combines marvelous piano performances, iconic songs, and ostentatious outfits to bring Elton John’s signature style to their shows. Let their sound wash over you in the Reichert Planetarium, where their amazing live performance will be accompanied by stunning synchronized laser lights. Tickets in advance are $30 adults, $25 children ages 15 and under at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org. Tickets at the door are $35 adults, $30 children ages 15 and under.

Monday Dec. 4

Art Installation reception

As part of a Beautification Project at the Stony Brook Train Station, the Three Village Community Trust, the Three Village Civic Association, the North Suffolk Garden Club, the Three Village Chamber of Commerce and students and faculty at the Stony Brook School invite the community to the opening reception of an art installation created by local artist Michael Rosengard at the Station titled ‘All Aboard — Home For The Holiday’ from noon to 1 p.m. Bagels, coffee, and cookies will be served. Meet the artist, take photos, and celebrate the holiday season! For more information, call 631-942-4558.

Movie Trivia Night at the CAC

Join the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for a Movie Trivia Night at 8 p.m. Try to answer 50 questions based all around film, actors and actresses, awards, and everything else associated with the world of film. Challenge like-minded film fans in a battle of wits for cash and other prizes. You can form teams, so bring some friends and work together. Feel free to come alone and play solo as well! Hosted by Dan French. Tickets are $10 per person, $7 members at www.cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7610.

Tuesday Dec. 5

Holiday Dance

Town of Brookhaven Senior Citizens Division will host a Holiday Dance at the Rose Caracappa Senior Center, 739 Route 25A, Mt. Siinai from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.  Come dance into the 2023 Holiday season with music by DJ Louis Delprete. Cake will be served. Please call 631-451-5312 for tickets.

Wednesday Dec. 6

No events listed for this day.

Thursday Dec. 7

SHS Holiday Luncheon

Join the Smithtown Historical Society for a Holiday Luncheon in the Frank Brush Barn, 211 East Main St., Smithtown at 11:45 a.m. or 1:15 p.m. Indulge in a traditional country lunch complete with a tossed salad, roll, wine, dessert and coffee. Festive holiday wreaths will be raffled off as well. Tickets are $25 per person. Reservations required by calling 631-265-6768.

Crafts and Cocktails

The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor kicks off its Crafts & Cocktails series with felting workshop at 6:30 p.m. Design and created a needle-felted whale ornament. Sip a festive mulled wine cocktail as you work. Tickets are $30, $20 members at www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Vanderbilt Lecture

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Charles and Helen Reichert Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will present a lecture,  American Rascal: How Jay Gould Built Massive Wall Street Fortune, at 7 p.m. Greg Steinmetz recounts the gripping life of Jay Gould, one of the nineteenth century’s most infamous robber barons, whose brilliance, greed, and bare-knuckled tactics made him wealthier than Rockefeller and led Wall Street to institute its first reforms. Tickets are $10, members free, To register, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Theater

‘A Christmas Carol’

“I will honor Christmas in my heart…” Celebrate the season with A Christmas Carol at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 11 to Dec. 30. Follow the miser Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey that teaches him the true meaning of Christmas — past, present, and future. Join them for the  38th annual production of the immortal classic in all of its thrills, music, joy, and spirit. Please note: No children under 5 are permitted. All seats are $25 in November. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, $25 children in December. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘Beauty and the Beast’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St. Northport presents Beauty and the Beast form Nov. 16 to Dec. 31. This timeless story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self–but time is running out! If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. To order tickets, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. 

‘Every Christmas Story Ever Told’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) from Nov. 25 to Dec. 23. Three actors decide to perform every Christmas story ever told — plus Christmas traditions from around the world, seasonal icons from ancient times to topical pop-culture, and every carol ever sung. A madcap romp through the holiday season! Recommended for ages 12 and up. Tickets are $32 adults, $30 seniors, $28 students. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org. See review on page B20.

‘A Christmas Carol’

Join the Minstrel Players at Houghton Hall,  Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport for their annual production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol on Dec. 8 and Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 10 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults $15 seniors and students. To order, email [email protected].

Dance

‘The Song of Their Love’

Harbor Ballet Theatre and the dancers of the Amy Tyler School of Dance present The Song of Their Love on Dec. 1 at 7 p.m. at John F. Kennedy Middle School, 200 Jayne Blvd., Port Jefferson Station. Tickets may be purchased at Eventbrite.com or email [email protected] for more information.

Nutcracker Ballet  

Seiskaya Ballet’s The Nutcracker returns to Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook on Dec. 15 at 7 p.m., Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Dec. 17 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. 631-632-ARTS, www.nutcrackerballet.com

Ongoing

Holiday Light Show

The Riverhead Holiday Light Show, 149 Edwards Ave., Calverton runs through Dec. 30. The largest drive-through light show in Suffolk County features dozens of dazzling displays to delight the entire family! Tickets can be purchased online at www.holidaylightshow.com.

Thursday Nov. 23

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving Foot Races

Miller Avenue School, 3 Miller Ave., Shoreham will host the annual Shoreham-Wading River Thanksgiving Foot Races at 8 a.m. with a 5k, 5-mile and 1-mile runs for various ages. Proceeds benefit scholarships. Fee is $15 in advance, $20 race day. Call 631-821-8116 or visit www.swrschools.org. 

Turkey Trot

The 16th annual Nissequogue River State Park Foundation’s 5k Turkey Trot at Nissequogue River State Park, 799 St. Johnland Road, Kings Park will kick off with a Fun Run for Kids at 8:30 a.m. followed by the Turkey Trot at 9 a.m. Enjoy free hot chocolate, coffee and food and activities for the kids. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishers. Entry fee is $24 in advance, $30 day of race, $10 Fun Run. To register, visit www.ourstatepark.com.

Thanksgiving Day Run

American Legion Hall, 1 Mill Dam Rd., Halesite will host the Townwide Fund of Huntington’s 4-mile Thanksgiving Day Run with a Fun Run at 8:30 a.m. and 4k Run at 9 a.m.  Fees are $30 in advance, $45 day of race, $15 fun run. Call 631-629-4950 visit www.townwidefund.org.

Community Thanksgiving Dinner

No plans for Thanksgiving? Central Presbyterian Church, 240 Main St.,  Huntington invites the community to join them for a Community Thanksgiving Dinner at 1 p.m. Reservations are requested by calling 631-421-3663.

Friday Nov. 24

Country Parlor Holiday Show 

Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead for a Country Parlor Holiday Folk Art & Gift Show today from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Nov. 25 and 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The historic Naugles Barn is transformed into a winter wonderland with handmade items by local artisans and craftspeople including rustic Santas and tree ornaments, holiday home decor and gifts, baskets, jewelry, handmade pottery pieces, plus stocking stuffers for everyone on your list. Free admission. 631-298-5292, www.hallockville.org

Christmas Extravaganza

The Fire Police of the Centereach Fire Department, 9 South Washington Ave., Centereach will hold their annual Christmas Extravaganza today, Nov. 25 and 26 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy an indoor Christmas craft fair and Chinese auction, vendors, raffles, food and much more. Free admission. 631-588-9220

Black Friday Festival

Time to shop! Black Friday returns to the Stony Brook Village Center, 111 Main Street, Stony Brook. Shop Black Friday store sales all day long throughout the village, with holiday favorites by the Celestial Holiday Carolers and a petting zoo by Rocking Horse Farm in the inner court from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Make a stop at The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame to view their new exhibit: Billy Joel: My Life, A Piano Man’s Journey at 11 a.m. or 3 p.m. Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.limusichalloffame.org. 631-751-2244.

Holiday Illuminations

The Smithtown Historical Society, 239 Main St., Smithtown kicks off the holidays tonight with Holiday Illuminations from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Get ready to step into a winter wonderland like no other. As the sun sets, the historic grounds of the Smithtown Historical Society will come alive with a dazzling display of lights, transforming the property into a magical world of holiday enchantment. Every half hour, the historical buildings will be brought to life with stunning visuals and animations, telling enchanting holiday tales. Food trucks, vendors, live music and a visit from Santa will add to the festive atmosphere. The event will continue every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Dec. 31. Tickets online are $22 adults, $17 seniors, $12 children at www.holidayilluminations2023.com. 631-265-6768

Northport Tree Lighting

Join the Northport Fire Department and Chamber of Commerce for the lighting of the Village Christmas Tree and caroling at Northport Village Park at 7 p.m. 

Friday Night Face Off

Friday Night Face Off, Long Island’s longest running Improv Comedy Show, 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

Saturday Nov. 25

Country Parlor Holiday Show

See Nov. 24 listing.

Christmas Extravaganza

See Nov. 24 listing.

Dickens in the Carriage Museum

In celebration of the 27th Annual Charles Dickens Festival in Port Jefferson Village, stop by the Long Island Museum’s Carriage Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook to meet roaming costumed street characters from the Dickensian era as they magically transform the galleries into a London of a bygone century from noon to 5 p.m. Free with museum admission. In collaboration with the Greater Port Jefferson Arts Council. www.longislandmuseum.org.

Huntington Holiday Spectacular

Join Huntington Village for its annual Holiday Spectacular tonight with an electric light holiday parade with Santa at 5:30 p.m. followed by a tree lighting at 7 p.m. and there will also be a holiday market on Sunday, November 26.

Vanderbilt Museum Tree Lighting

Join the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport for their annual tree lighting on at 6:30 p.m. This year the tree will be placed near the main entrance on the lawn in front of the ancient columns that overlook Northport Bay. Complimentary sweet treats, hot cocoa and mulled cider will be served and there will be a special visit from Santa and other surprises! Admission to the tree lighting is free. Capacity is limited to 400. Registration is required by visiting www.vanderbiltmuseum.org or click here.

Leg Lamp Lighting

Calling all Christmas Story fans! The annual Northport Leg Lamp Lighting returns to The Firefly Artists, 90 Main Street in Northport Village at 6:30 p.m. with an open house reception and community-wide raffle of gifts from local merchants to follow inside Firefly. 631-651-5545

Sunday Nov. 26

Country Parlor Holiday Show

See Nov. 24 listing.

Christmas Extravaganza

See Nov. 24 listing.

Winter Wonderland

South Huntington School District presents a Winter Wonderland at Stimson Middle School 401 Oakwood Road, Huntington from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Enjoy ice skating, storytime, crafts, a petting zoo, free family portraits, music, food trucks, bounce rides and the Christmas Tree and Menorah lighting. Free admission. 

Santa Parade 

Santa Claus will be the star in this annual parade along Main Street in Port Jefferson to the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 East Broadway from 3 to 4 p.m. with vintage cars, civic groups, floats. Families can visit with Santa at the Village Center from 4 to 6 p.m. Sponsored by the Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce. 631-473-1414

Monday Nov. 27

Celebration of Hope

Hope House Ministries celebrates 43 years in the community with a Celebration of Hope holiday event at Villa Lombardis, 877 Main St., Holbrook from 7 to 11 p.m. Enjoy live music, cocktails, a buffet dinner and a dessert table. Tickets are $100 per person. To order, call 631-473-8796. 

Tuesday Nov. 28

NSJC Social Club event

North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to a presentation on various areas of consumer fraud with Peter Hanson, former manager of Verizon, in the Social Hall at 11 a.m. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737

Wednesday Nov. 29

Islandwide Weather

Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station hosts a presentation on the weather from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Join Islandwide Weather founders, Glen and Don, for a fascinating look at how forecasts are made and what we will be in store for weather-wise in the coming season. Registration is required as seating is limited. Call 631-928-1212 or visit www.cplib.org to reserve your seat.

Smithtown Tree Lighting

Smithtown Town Hall, 99 West Main St., Smithtown will hold a Tree Lighting Ceremony at 5 p.m. with live music, performances from local school districts and dance companies, delicious treats, and a special guest from the North Pole, courtesy of the Smithtown Fire Department.  631-360-7512

Thursday Nov. 30

Native American Drumming 

All Souls Parish House, 10 Mill Road, Stony Brook will host an evening of Native American Drumming Meditation from 7 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. Please call 631-655-7798 for more information

Whalers GrogFest

The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St. Cold Spring Harbor presents a Whalers GrogFest from 7 to 9 p.m. ​Join the museum after hours to support Cold Spring Harbor’s historic gem as it transforms into a tavern for the evening with live sea shanties to get you in the spirit (pun definitely intended). Savor rum punch while you explore the maritime origins behind the drink, and learn about the local history of bootlegging. Sample small bites from downtown Cold Spring Harbor restaurants. Advance tickets are $40, members $20 at www.cshwhalingmuseum.org,  $50, members $30 at the door. 631-367-3418

An Evening of Jazz

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook presents a concert by the Interplay Jazz Orchestra from 7 to 9:30 p.m. featuring a 17 piece big band co-directed by Joe Devassy on trombone and Gary Henderson on trumpet. Tickets are $30 adults, $25 seniors, $20 students, $15 children at www.thejazzloft.org.

Theater

‘The Best From the Best’

Smithtown High School West, Stage Tech Club and Musical Theatre Program, 100 Central Road, Smithtown will host a fundraiser, The Best From The Best: A Musical Journey Through The Years, on Nov. 25 at 7 p.m.. Tickets are $10 each and will be sold at the door. 631-382-2900

‘A Christmas Carol’

“I will honor Christmas in my heart…” Celebrate the season with A Christmas Carol at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 11 to Dec. 30. Follow the miser Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey that teaches him the true meaning of Christmas — past, present, and future. Join them for the  38th annual production of the immortal classic in all of its thrills, music, joy, and spirit. Please note: No children under 5 are permitted. All seats are $25 in November. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, $25 children in December. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘Beauty and the Beast’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St. Northport presents Beauty and the Beast form Nov. 16 to Dec. 31. This timeless story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self–but time is run-ning out! If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. To order tickets, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. See review on page B3.

‘Every Christmas Story Ever Told’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) from Nov. 25 to Dec. 23. Three actors decide to perform every Christmas story ever told — plus Christmas traditions from around the world, seasonal icons from ancient times to topical pop-culture, and every carol ever sung. A madcap romp through the holiday season! Tickets are $32 adults, $30 seniors, $28 students. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘A Christmas Carol’

Join the Minstrel Players at Houghton Hall,  Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport for their annual production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol on Dec. 8 and Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 10 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults $15 seniors and students. To order, email [email protected].

Dance

‘The Song of Their Love’

Harbor Ballet Theatre and the dancers of the Amy Tyler School of Dance present The Song of Their Love on December 1 at 7 p.m. at John F. Kennedy Middle School, 200 Jayne Blvd., Port Jefferson Station. Tickets may be purchased at Eventbrite.com or email [email protected] for more information.

Nutcracker Ballet  

Seiskaya Ballet’s The Nutcracker returns to Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook on Dec. 15 at 7 p.m., Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., and Dec. 17 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. 631-632-ARTS, www.nutcrackerballet.com

Film

Spielberg: The Early Years

The Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will celebrate master filmmaker’s early career with big-screen viewings of some of his most important movies including Jaws on Nov. 24 at 7 p.m.,  Raiders of the Lost Ark on Nov. 25 at 7 p.m., Close Encounters of the Third Kind on Nov. 26 at 7 p.m., Duel on Nov. 28 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15, $10 members at www.cinemaartscentre.org

Vendors Wanted 

■ Smithtown Senior Citizens Department is seeking senior residents to craft items for the annual Tender Years Treasury event at the Eugene Cannataro Senior Citizens Center, 420 Middle Country Road, Smithtown on Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. All items must be priced at $5 or less. Senior crafters can reserve a table at no cost to them by calling 631-360-7616.

■ Belle Terre Community Association seeks craft, artisan and food vendors for its Christmas Markets in Belle Terre event at the Belle Terre Community Center, 55 Cliff Road, Belle Terre on Dec. 2 and 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in conjunction with the Port Jefferson Dickens Festival. For an application or further info, email [email protected] or call 631-828-4340.

■ Vendors are needed for the Comsewogue Community Connections annual Craft Fair at Comsewogue High School, 565 North Bicycle Path, Port Jefferson Station on Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $35 table charge and donation or item to raffle off are required. To reserve your spot, call 631-974-5668 or email [email protected].

■ Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook is seeking vendors for its annual Holiday Night Market on Dec. 9 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. For a vendor application, visit https://sachem.librarycalendar.com or call 631-588-5024.

Thursday Nov. 16

Thankful Thursday at the Vanderbilt

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Reichert Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will present a  Thankful Thursday event at 7 p.m. Enjoy a free family-friendly planetarium show followed by night-sky viewing in the Observatory.Topics vary depending on the time of year but may include seasonal constellations, visible planets, galaxies, nebulae, and more. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Register at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Friday Nov. 17

Holiday Craft Fair

Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn presents its 12th annual Friends Holiday Craft Fair today and Nov. 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop for handcrafted gift items from various vendors in the Library meeting rooms and art gallery hallway. Questions? Call 631-757-4200.

Holiday Light Show

The Riverhead Holiday Light Show, 149 Edwards Ave., Calverton kicks off tonight from 5 to 9 p.m. and continues on Nov. 18 and 19 from 5 to 9 p.m. Runs through Dec. 30. The largest drive-through light show in Suffolk County features dozens of dazzling displays to delight the entire family! Tickets can be purchased online at www.holidaylightshow.com.

Holiday Train Show

The St. James Model Railroad Club will hold its annual Holiday Open House at the Mills Pond House, 176 Mills Pond Road, St. James tonight from 6 to 9 p.m., Nov.  18 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Nov. 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Children of all ages will enjoy the sights and sounds of this truly impressive holiday event. Requested donations are $2 for adults, 50¢ children. Please note: The St. James Model Railroad club is not handicap accessible. For further information, call 516-263-9607 or 631-543-8732 (evenings).

Owl Prowl Friday

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents an Owl Prowl from 6:15 to 8:15 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. Bring a flashlight. Open to families with children ages 5 and up. $15 per person. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org.

Northport Symphony Concert

The Northport Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Music Director Eric Mahl, will present a concert of classical music at Commack Middle School, 700 Vanderbilt Parkway, Commack at 8 p.m. The concert will feature Pictures at an Exhibition by Modest Mussorgsky; Finlandia by Jean Sibelius and The Tender Land Suite by Aaron Copland. Tickets are $15 per person at the door. www.northportsymphony.org.

Saturday Nov. 18

Holiday Light Show

See Nov. 17 listing.

Holiday Train Show

See Nov. 17 listing.

Polar Bear Plunge

Town of Brookhaven will host the 14th annual Polar Plunge at Cedar Beach, 244 Harbor Beach Road, Mount Sinai at 11:30 a.m. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. The annual event is held to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics New York athletes in the Long Island region. For more information, or to register online, please visit www.polarplungeny.org\brookhaven.

School Craft Fair

Walt Whitman High School, 301 West Hills Road, Huntington Station presents its 22nd annual Holiday Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring over 100 vendors with hand-crafted items—  the perfect place to find one of a kind items for everyone on your holiday shopping list. 631-549-8582

Mt. Sinai PTO Holiday Craft Fair

Mount Sinai Middle School, 114 North Country Road, Mount Sinai will host the Mount Sinai PTO’s Craft Fair & Holiday Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring over 75 local vendors and artists selling handcrafted and unique items, stocking stuffers, 50/50 raffle, refreshments and photos with Santa. 631-870-2700

Caleb Smith Hike

Join the staff at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown for Forgotten Trails of Caleb Smith from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Enjoy some refreshing autumn air as you embark on some of the hilly, secluded trails of Caleb Smith Preserve. $4 per person. Adults only. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.

Turkey Trot Run / Walk 5k

Join the North Shore Youth Council and Red Woods Fitness for the 2nd annual 5K Turkey Trot at Heritage Park, 633 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mt. Sinai at 10 a.m. Kids and adults, come on down for a fun morning to walk or run the 5k and participate in other engaging fitness activities. Stay for lunch and fuel up with food trucks at the park! $10 entry per participant. Spectators welcome. Proceeds benefit NSYC’s Thanksgiving and Holiday Giving initiatives for families in need in our local communities. Register online at www.givebutter.com/heritageturkeytrot.

Santaport Fair

A holiday tradition returns! Centerport United Methodist Church, 97 Little Neck Road, Centerport presents Santaport from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This beloved holiday fair features jewelry, housewares, toys, a silent auction of themed gift baskets, Men’s World bargains and more. Bring your own camera for a photo with Santa (free!) and enjoy the Luncheon Cafe with homemade quiche, pies, soups, and BBQ. Book signing with Raising Betty author Sarah Zagaja and Fenway the therapy dog! For more information, call 631-261-5222. 

Superheroes of the Sky

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

Denim Designer Workshop

Join Celebrate St. James for a Denim Designer Workshop at the Calderone Theatre, 176 Second St., St. James from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Be your own denim designer at a fun-filled workshop led by Beth Drucker. Tickets are $25, $20 members and includes basic painting supplies. Bring your own denim piece and personal embellishments.  Light brunch will be served. To register, visit www.celebratestjames.org.

SPC Line Dancing

Setauket Presbyterian Church, 5 Caroline Ave., Setauket will host a line dancing event featuring Stepping Easy with Ellen from 4 to 6 p.m. $10 per person at the door, children 12 and under free. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, call 631-941-4271.

Three Village Lights Launch Night

You’re invited to the Three Village Lights Launch Night for Angela’s House at 44 Mills Road, Stony Brook from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy hot chocolate and pictures with Santa, hear new songs and crowd favorites, and take a photo in front of the Selfie Wings. www.3vlights.com

Basket Auction

St. Anselm’s Episcopal Church, 4 Woodville Road Shoreham will hold a Basket Auction fundraiser at 6 p.m. with fantastic baskets, raffles, 50/50 and more! Proceeds will benefit Hope Children’s Fund and St. Anselm’s Episcopal Church. For more information, call 631-744-7730.

Charity Auction Fundraiser

The Moose Lodge, 37 Crystal Brook Hollow Road, Mount Sinai will host the annual charity auction by the Women of the Moose. Doors open at 6 p.m. $10 admission includes 25 tickets. Refreshments available for purchase. For more information, call 631-846-1651 or 631-398-4438.

Sunday Nov. 19

Holiday Light Show

See Nov. 17 listing.

Holiday Train Show

See Nov. 17 listing.

Flowerfield Car Show

“Long Island Cars” Fall Harvest Car Show & Swap Meet heads to Flowerfield Fairground, Route 25A, St. James from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hundreds of  classic and collectible automobiles including show cars from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s,  one-of-a-kind custom cars, antiques, exotics, muscle cars, street rods, trucks and imports will be on display along with vendors, live music, fun fair food and more. There is something for every member of the family to enjoy. $10 admission, children ages 12 and under are free. 631-567-5898 or LongIslandCars.com.

Caumsett Hike

Join the staff at Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington for a Highground Hike from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Venture through the woods for a walk on the park’s high ground trails along the Long Island Greenbelt for amazing views of the Long Island Sound. Adults only. $4 per person. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.

James Maddock in Concert

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook continues its Sunday Street Series collaboration with the Greater Port Jeff-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council, and WUSB with James Maddock in concert in the Carriage Museum’s Gillespie Room at 5 p.m. The singer/songwriter will perform new songs from his latest studio album, “Night Work.” Accompanying Maddock on the Steinway concert piano and accordion is Brian Mitchell. Tickets are $30 in advance at www.sundaystreet.org/$35 at the door. 

Sound Symphony Concert

Comsewogue High School, 565 Bicycle Path, Port Jefferson Station welcomes the Sound Symphony Orchestra in concert at 2 p.m. Program includes Schumann: Symphony No. 4; Tchaikovsky: Rococo Variations (Theme and Variations I, II, V, VI, and VII), featuring soloist Aurelia Faidley, cello; Alfven: Midsommar: Swedish Rhapsody and Anderson: Sleigh Ride. Admission at the door is $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students, children under 12 are free. www.soundsymphony.org

Monday Nov. 20

No events listed for this day.

Tuesday Nov. 21

NSJC Social Club event

North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to a screening of That’s Dancing narrated by Gene Kelly, which covers Hollywood’s history of dancing in movies, in the Social Hall at 11 a.m. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737

Wednesday Nov. 22

Port Jefferson Tree Lighting

Join the Port Jefferson Business Improvement District (BID) for their 2nd annual Christmas Tree Lighting at the intersection of Broadway and East Broadway at 6:30 p.m. Watch Santa light the tree and enjoy live holiday music by Erik McCormack from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. with free hot chocolate and candy canes. www.portjeff.com

Thursday Nov. 23

Happy Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving Foot Races

Miller Avenue School, 3 Miller Ave., Shoreham will host the annual Shoreham-Wading River Thanksgiving Foot Races at 8 a.m. with a 5k, 5-mile and 1-mile runs for various ages. Proceeds benefit scholarships. Fee is $15 in advance, $20 race day. Call 631-821-8116 or visit www.swrschools.org. 

Turkey Trot

The 16th annual Nissequogue River State Park Foundation’s 5k Turkey Trot at Nissequogue River State Park, 799 St. Johnland Road, Kings Park will kick off with a Fun Run for Kids at 8:30 a.m. followed by the Turkey Trot at 9 a.m. Enjoy free hot chocolate, coffee and food and activities for the kids. Prizes will be awarded to the top finishers. Entry fee is $24 in advance, $30 day of race, $10 Fun Run. To register, visit www.ourstatepark.com.

Thanksgiving Day Run

American Legion Hall, 1 Mill Dam Rd., Halesite will host the Townwide Fund of Huntington’s 4-mile Thanksgiving Day Run with a Fun Run at 8:30 a.m. and 4k Run at 9 a.m.  Fees are $30 in advance, $45 day of race, $15 fun run. Call 631-629-4950 visit www.townwidefund.org.

Theater

‘The Play That Goes Wrong’

The Theatres at Suffolk County Community College present The Play That Goes Wrong at the Shea Theatre, Islip Arts Building, Suffolk County Community College, Ammerman Campus, 533 College Road, Selden on Nov. 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 12 and 19 at 2 p.m. An unconscious leading lady, a corpse who can’t play dead, a ruffled detective, and a word-mangling butler (among others) must battle against technical gaffes, forgotten lines, and sabotaging scenery in a quest to arrive all in one piece at the final curtain call. General admission tickets are $15, veterans and students 16 years of age or younger $10. For tickets, call 631-451-4163. See review on page B21.

‘Elf The Musical’

The Community Playhouse of Northport kicks off the holiday season with a main stage production of Elf the Musical at the Brosnan Theater, 158 Laurel Avenue, Northport on Nov. 9, 11, 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 12 and 19 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. The Sunday performances will include a meet the cast (Santa and company!) at 1:30 pm. To order visit www.communityplayhousenorthport.org.

‘A Christmas Carol’

“I will honor Christmas in my heart…” Celebrate the season with A Christmas Carol at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 11 to Dec. 30. Follow the miser Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey that teaches him the true meaning of Christmas — past, present, and future. Join them for the  38th annual production of the immortal classic in all of its thrills, music, joy, and spirit. Please note: No children under 5 are permitted. All seats are $25 in November. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, $25 children in December. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. See review on page B13.

‘Every Christmas Story Ever Told’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) from Nov. 25 to Dec. 23. Three actors decide to perform every Christmas story ever told — plus Christmas traditions from around the world, seasonal icons from ancient times to topical pop-culture, and every carol ever sung. A madcap romp through the holiday season! Tickets are $32 adults, $30 seniors, $28 students. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘A Christmas Carol’

Join the Minstrel Players at Houghton Hall,  Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport for their annual production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol on Dec. 8 and Dec. 9 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 10 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults $15 seniors and students. To order, email [email protected].

Film

‘99 Minutes from Broadway’

Celebrate St. James continues its Classic Movie Series at the Calderone Theatre, 176 Second St., St. James with a screening of 99 Minutes from Broadway: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to St. James at 1 p.m. Learn the history of St. James and the vaudevillians who summered here at the turn of the century. Tickets are $25 $20 seniors. To register, call 631-984-0201 or visit www.celebratestjames.org.

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].

Thursday Nov. 9

Book signing at The Atelier

The Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield Suite 9, St. James will host a book signing for artist Anthony Davis from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Davis will sign copies of his debut novel, Painted Implications, during the opening reception for the Atelier Invitational — A Juried Show for Guest Artists. 631-250-9009

Talks Over Tea

Join the Huntington Historical Society at the Conklin Barn, 2 High St., Huntington  from 2 to 4 p.m. for Talks Over Tea: Preserving the Huntington Historical Society Collection with Curator and Collections Manager, Emily Werner.  A selection of objects from the Society’s collection that have not been exhibited recently will be on display for attendees to view up close. Cost is $15 per person, $10 members. To register, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

An Evening of Jazz

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook hosts a CD Release Concert with Marty Isenberg from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Featuring Isenberg on bass, Sami Stevens on vocals, Sean Nowell on saxophone, Ric Becker on trombone, Marta Sanchez on piano, Alicyn Yaffee on guitar, and Rodrigo Recabarren on drums. Tickets are $30 adults, $25 seniors, $20 students, $15 chilren at www.thejazzloft.org.

Friday Nov. 10

Grounds and Sounds Concert

Unitarian Universalist Felowship, 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket hosts a Grounds and Sounds concert featuring Kerry Kearney and friends at 8 p.m. Doors open and sign-up for open mic starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are only $15 per person, available in advance at www.groundsandsounds.org or at the door.  For further information, call 631-751-0297.

An Evening of Opera

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 270 Main St., Northport will host a concert by Opera Night Long Island at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy an entertaining assortment of vocal excerpts from famous and beloved operas. $10 donation, students free. www.operanight.org

Saturday Nov. 11

Holiday Bazaar

A community favorite! Mt. Sinai Congregational UCC, 233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai will present their annual Holiday Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring lots of vendors, baked goods, crafts, holiday decorations, and a Snowflake basket auction, The Red Barn next door will be open for those who enjoy thrifting! Call 631-473-1582 for more information.

Holiday Craft Fair

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1675 Coates Ave., Holbrook will host their annual Holiday Craft Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come and browse for a wide variety of hand crafted Fall and Christmas items. Wreaths, trees, ornaments, centerpieces, gift items, jewelry, Grandma’s Attic, baked goods, jam and more! 631-588-6050

Hauppauge Craft & Gift Fair

Time to shop! Hauppauge High School, 500 Lincoln Blvd., Hauppauge will host its annual Craft & Gift Fair today and Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring over 100 exhibitors with arts, crafts and gift items — the perfect opportunity to spend a day shopping with Christmas just around the corner. Free admission. 631-846-1459

Raptor Day at the Vanderbilt

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will hold its annual Raptor Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will offer identical sessions at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. featuring a live exhibit of rescued raptors, children’s activities, vendors and more. The event will benefit Wildlife in Need of Rescue and Rehabilitation and a member of the Shinnecock tribe will offer a blessing for a Centerport father eagle that died this year. Tickets, which include general admission to the museum, are $20 adults, $10 children 12 and under at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

All Souls Poetry Reading

The Second Saturdays poetry series continues at All Souls Church in Stony Brook via Zoom from 11 a.m. to noon. Featured poet will be George Guida followed by an open-reading. All are welcome to read one of their own poems. Participants can access the program through the All Souls website For more information, please call 631-655-7798.  

Saturdays at Six Concert

All Souls Church, 61 Main St., Stony Brook continues its concert series with Stony Brook University graduate students and doctoral alumni performing as The Island Chamber Brass at 6 p.m.  The program will be a showcase of the range of possibilities found in brass chamber music and will be incredibly musically diverse. They will be playing works by Ewazen, Maurer, Copland, Bernstein, Gershwin and more. Free. Call 631-655-7798 for more information.

Giving Thanks for Comedy

In partnership with Governer’s Comedy Clubs, the Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown will present Giving Thanks for Comedy, a night of laughs starting at 8 p.m. with standups John Joseph Laura Patton and Luke Picchioni. $40 per person. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

Sunday Nov. 12

Hauppauge Craft & Gift Fair

See Nov. 11 listing.

TOB Charity Car Show

The Brookhaven Town Youth Bureau is teaming up with All Suffolk Car Clubs to present their annual Charity Car Show, Food and Toy Drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain or shine) at Brookhaven Town Hall, located at One Independence Hill in Farmingville. Club members will be displaying their cars in the south parking lot to raise donations for families in need through the Youth Bureau’s INTERFACE Program. There will also be a Silent Auction, raffles and live music. For further information, please call Maxine at 516-658-1977 and Charlie at 631-831-3547.

Veterans Benefit Car Show

Centurion Cruisers Car Club and American Legion Post 1244 will host a car show fundraiser at Walt Whitman High School, 301 West Hills Road, Huntington Station for Veterans on Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. to noon. $20 donation per vehicle, free will donation for spectators. 516-650-9095

Ridotto Concert

Huntington Jewish Center, 50 Park Ave., Huntington hosts a Ridotto Concert featuring pianist Nathan Lee at 4 p.m. The program will include music by Bach, Schumann ‘Papillons’ and Schubert’s Piano Sonata in B flat D960. Ticket are $35 adults, $30 seniors, $25 members, $12 students. For reservations, call 631-385-0373 or email [email protected]

‘Strings Under the Stars’

Long Island Chamber Music will present Strings Under the Stars, its annual evening of string quartets, in a live performance at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Reichert Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport at 5 p.m. Beautiful panoramic views of the stars projected onto the 60-foot planetarium dome will complement the music at this unique event. Tickets are $30 per person in advance at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org/$35 at the door.

Monday Nov. 13

Sound Beach Civic Meeting

The last Sound Beach Civic meeting of 2023 will be held at the Sound Beach Firehouse, 152 Sound Beach Blvd., Sound Beach at 7:30 p.m. A short business meeting will be followed by a meet and greet with light refreshments. All are welcome. For more information call 631-744-6952.

Tuesday Nov. 14

Social Club event

North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to join them for a show by musician and entertainer Elliot Goldberg in the Social Hall at 11 a.m.  Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737

Garden Club Presentation

Join the Shoreham-Wading River Garden Club for a free presentation titled A Garden Safari: Insect Friends and Foes with entomologist Dan Gilrein at the Wading River Congregational Church, 2057 North Country Road, Wading River 6:45 p.m. Gilrein will talk about some of the insects we enjoy having in our gardens including some pollinators, butterflies and moths and discuss some of the less-welcome insects like spotted lanternflies, the emerald ash borer, and the box tree moth. A Q&A will follow. Admission is free and all are welcome. 631-987-3733

4HAS Autumn Lecture

Join the Four Harbors Audubon Society for an autumn lecture at the Bates House, 1 Bates Road,  Setauket from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Ecologist Carl Safina will discusses his new book, Alfie and Me: What Owls Know, What Humans Believe. Free and open to all. Registration required by emailing [email protected]. See review on page B31. 

Community Grand Table Tasting

The Smithtown Children’s Foundation will host its annual Community Table Grand Tasting fundraising event at the Watermill Caterers, 711 Smithtown Bypass, Smithtown from 6 to 10 p.m. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of fine dining, entertainment, and philanthropy. For tickets, visit www.smithtownchildrensfoundation.com.

 Wednesday Nov. 15

Gettysburg Address Recitation

You never know who you’ll run into at the library. Commemorate the 160th anniversary of the Gettysburg Address at the Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach as librarian Jim Ward recites Abraham Lincoln’s famous speech at 10 a.m., 3 p.m, and 5 p.m. Free and open to all. 631-585-9393.

Eco Printing Workshop

Huntigton Historical Society will host an Eco Printing Workshop at the Conklin Barn, 2 High Street, Huntington from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The basic principle of eco printing is that various leaves and plant materials (fresh or dried) possess tannins that have the innate ability to print permanent color onto fabric fibers when combined with the proper technique, and procedure. Eco printing is directly related to the art of dyeing with natural plant materials. The process usually involves some form of heat and pressure to create a distinctive print. At this workshop, we will make a scarf using an eco print of leaves and flowers. Artist Oksana Danziger will guide the class in making a scarf using an eco print of leaves and flowers. $55 per person, $50 members. Register at www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org

Historical Society Lecture

Miller Place-Mount Sinai Historical Society will host a lecture by Bill Bleyer titled The Sinking of the Steamboat Lexington at the Rose Caracappa Center, 739 Route 25A, Mt. Sinai from 7 to 9 p.m. Free. All are welcome.

Ebooks Made Easy

Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station presents Ebooks Made Easy from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Visit the Library for a tutorial on downloading eBooks and eAudiobooks in this hands-on class. Bring your device and passwords. Registration is required by calling 631-928-1212.

Beaucoup Blue in Concert

Philadelphia-based father and son Americana, blues and roots music duo will be the featured act during the monthly Hard Luck Café concert series at the Cinema Arts Centre’s Sky Room Cafe, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington from 7 to10 p.m. An open mic, for which sign-up is at 6:30 p.m., precedes the concert. Tickets are $25 at www.cinemaartscentre.org or at the door.

Thursday Nov. 16

Thankful Thursday at the Vanderbilt

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Reichert Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport will present a  Thankful Thursday event at 7 p.m. Enjoy a free family-friendly planetarium show followed by night-sky viewing in the Observatory.Topics vary depending on the time of year but may include seasonal constellations, visible planets, galaxies, nebulae, and more. Recommended for ages 6 and up. www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Theater

‘The Play That Goes Wrong’

The Theatres at Suffolk County Community College present The Play That Goes Wrong at the Shea Theatre, Islip Arts Building, Suffolk County Community College, Ammerman Campus, 533 College Road, Selden on Nov. 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 12 and 19 at 2 p.m. An unconscious leading lady, a corpse who can’t play dead, a ruffled detective, and a word-mangling butler (among others) must battle against technical gaffes, forgotten lines, and sabotaging scenery in a quest to arrive all in one piece at the final curtain call. General admission tickets are $15, veterans and students 16 years of age or younger $10. For tickets, call 631-451-4163.

‘Elf The Musical’

The Community Playhouse of Northport kicks off the holiday season with a main stage production of Elf the Musical at the Brosnan Theater, 158 Laurel Avenue, Northport on Nov. 9, 11, 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m., Nove. 12 and 19 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. The Sunday performances will include a meet the cast (Santa and company!) at 1:30 pm. To order visit www.communityplayhousenorthport.org.

‘A Christmas Carol’

“I will honor Christmas in my heart…” Celebrate the season with A Christmas Carol at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 11 to Dec. 30. Follow the miser Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey that teaches him the true meaning of Christmas — past, present, and future. Join them for the  38th annual production of the immortal classic in all of its thrills, music, joy, and spirit. Please note: No children under 5 are permitted. All seats are $25 in November. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, $25 children in December. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Little Shop of Horrors’

Newfield High School Theatre Arts, 145 Marshall Drive, Selden presents Little Shop of Horrors on Nov. 11 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Nov. 12 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person. To purchase, visit tix.com/ticket-sales/newfield/7190.

‘Every Christmas Story Ever Told’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) from Nov. 25 to Dec. 23. Three actors decide to perform every Christmas story ever told — plus Christmas traditions from around the world, seasonal icons from ancient times to topical pop-culture, and every carol ever sung. A madcap romp through the holiday season! Tickets are $32 adults, $30 seniors, $28 students. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

Film

‘A Revolution on Canvas’

The Port Jefferson Documentary Series continues with a screening of A Revolution on Canvas at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson on Nov. 13 at 7 p.m. The documentary tells the story of one of Iran’s most revolutionary artists, Nickzad Nodjoumi. Guest speakers will be co-directors Sara Nodjoumi and Till Schauder followed by a Q&A.Tickets are $10 at the door (cash only) or at www.portjeffersondocumentaryseries.com.

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].

Thursday Nov. 2

Watercolor Workshop

Join the Huntington Historical Society for an Intermediate Watercolor Workshop at the Conklin Barn, 2 High Street, Huntington from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Artist Linda Salta will lead the class in a colorful fun pet portrait in watercolor. Come to class with watercolor paper 140 pd pad, brushes and watercolor paint of your choice. Fee is $35, $30 members. To register, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

Vanderbilt Lecture

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport presents a lecture titled ‘Immigrants and the Evolution of the American Landscape’ at 7 p.m. Guest speaker Wambui Ippolito, an award-winning landscape designer and author, will discuss the contributions immigrants have made to the American landscape. $10 per person, free for members. To register, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Friday Nov. 3

First Friday at the Heckscher

Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington continues its First Friday series tonight during extended viewing hours from 5  to 8:30 p.m. Explore the exhibitions and enjoy a special performances by the Kenn Morr Band beginning at 7 p.m. Free admission. 631-380-3230.

Chinese Auction Fundraiser

Centereach Fire Department, 9 South Washington Ave., Centereach will host a Chinese Auction Fundraiser for Sachem Community Youth Services with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. Calling begins at 7:45 p.m. Over 175 new prizes.  $10 admission per person includes 1 sheet of 25 tickets and coffee and cake.  Please no one under 8 years of age.  For more information, call 631-585-1811.

Military Bridge Night

Union United Methodist Church, 1018 Pulaski Rd., East Northport will host an evening of Military Bridge at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Get a table of 4 together or come by yourself. Practice hands will be played. No experience needed. $15 per person. For reservations or more information, call 631-368–7911.

Game Night in St. James

Celebrate St. James hosts an adult Game Night at the Calderone Theatre, 176 2nd St., St. James from 7 to 9 p.m. Enjoy board games, card games, light refreshments and a coffee bar by Cafe Zelaia. $10 donation. For tickets, visit www.celebratestjames.org. 631-984-0201

Evan + Zane in concert

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road Stony Brook welcomes Evan + Zane to the Recital Hall at 8 p.m. The star studded duo of actor/singer Evan Rachel Wood and guitarist/singer-songwriter Zane Carney make a great team, taking deep dives into music that you will know and love. Tickets range from $33 to $60. To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com

Alex Voz heads to Theatre Three

Mentalist and magician Alex Voz takes the stage at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson at 8 p.m. Hailed as the BEST NYC magic show, don’t miss this ‘extra-ordinary’ night of MAGIC! Tickets are $59. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

Saturday Nov. 4

Christmas Craft Fair

Integrity Church, 1 Old Dock Road, Yaphank hosts its annual Christmas Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free photos with Santa, food trucks, and a magical talking Christmas tree. Shop from over 50 local vendors selling items such as home decor, Christmas ornaments, holiday gifts and more during this outdoor event. Rain date is Nov. 11.  631-840-7823

Scandinavian Bazaar

Loyal Lodge #252 Sons of Norway will host a Scandinavian Bazaar at St. James Lutheran Church Parish Hall, 230 Second Ave., St. James from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland will be represented with Scandinavian decorative and household items, baked goods, food, and authentic Scandinavian raffle items. Lunch and snacks will also be available. 631-862-8017

Holiday Craft Fair

Wading River School, 1900 Wading River Manor Road, Wading River hosts a Holiday Craft Fair on Nov. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Get your holiday shopping done all in one place! Family fun event will include local vendors of various crafts and food items, plus raffles, snacks for purchase and photos with Santa! 631-680-9881

Holiday Craft Fair

Time to start your holiday shopping! The Mother’s Guild at St. Anthony’s High School, 275 Wolf Hill Road, Melville host their annual craft fair with over 200 unique vendors and food from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 631-271-2020

‘Us and Floyd’ in concert

Join “Us and Floyd” in concert at the Vanderbilt Reichert Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport for a dazzling combination of live music and laser lights. The band will perform live and in sync with two of the planetarium’s stunning Pink Floyd laser light shows: The Wall Laser Show, featuring hits from Dark Side of the Moon at 7 p.m. and Dark Side of the Moon Laser Show, featuring hits from The Wall at 9 p.m. Tickets in advance are $30 adults, $25 children under 15 at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org, $35 adults, $30 children under 15 at the door. 

An Evening of Comedy

The Long Island Comedy Festival returns to Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson tonight at 8 p.m. with stand-ups Paul Anthony, Megan Hanley, Jack Adam, Rob Falcone and Mick Thomas. Tickets are $59. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

Sunday Nov. 5

Bald Hill Car Show

Long Island Cars” will present the “Best Cars on Long Island” Car Show & Swap Meet at the Catholic Health Ampitheater at Bald Hill, 1 Ski Run Lane in Farmingville from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Classic and collectible automobiles including street rods, muscle cars, antiques, exotics and imports compete in this judged event with impressive trophies awarded in over fifty classes from stock to modified. The event will also feature a swap meet, live music by The Fugitives plus food and refreshments. Rain date is Nov. 12.  Admission is $10, under 12 years are free; free parking. 631-567-5898, www.LongIslandCars.com.

Masterwork Conversations

North Shore Public Library, 250 Route 25A, Shoreham presents Masterwork Conversations: “Art as Antidote To AI” from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Pianists Vlada Yaneva and Matthew Harrison celebrate the musical art of composers Stravinsky, Mozart, Beethoven, and others. The creativity and compositions of these masters of sound transcend time with creativity that will never be found in the mashups of AI. No registration required. Open to all. For more information, call 631-929-4488 x 230.

Monday Nov. 6

Movie Trivia Night at the CAC

Join the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for a Movie Trivia Night at 8 p.m. Try to answer 50 questions based all around film, actors and actresses, awards, and everything else associated with the world of film. Challenge like-minded film fans in a battle of wits for cash and other prizes. You can form teams, so bring some friends and work together. Feel free to come alone and play solo as well! Hosted by Dan French. Tickets are $10 per person, $7 members at www.cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7610.

Tuesday Nov. 7

University Orchestra Concert

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook will host a concert by the University Orchestra on the Main Stage at 7:30 p.m. Conducted by Susan Deaver, the program includes works by Britten, Haydn, Mendelssohn, Coleridge-Taylor and Borodinwith featured soloist Eeva-Liina Luukkanen on violin, the winner of the 2023 Stony Brook University Undergraduate Concerto Competition. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 seniors and students To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit  www.stallercenter.com.

Wednesday Nov. 8

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Thursday Nov. 9

Book signing at The Atelier

The Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield Suite 9, St. James will host a book signing for artist Anthony Davis from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Davis will sign copies of his debut novel, Painted Implications, during the opening reception for the Atelier Invitational — A Juried Show for GuestArtists. 631-250-9009

Talks Over Tea

Join the Huntington Historical Society at the Conklin Barn, 2 High St., Huntington  from 2 to 4 p.m. for Talks Over Tea: Preserving the Huntington Historical Society Collection with Curator and Collections Manager, Emily Werner.  A selection of objects from the Society’s collection that have not been exhibited recently will be on display for attendees to view up close. Cost is $15 per person, $10 members. To register, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

An Evening of Jazz

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook hosts a CD Release Concert with Marty Isenberg from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Featuring Isenberg on bass, Sami Stevens on vocals, Sean Nowell on saxophone, Ric Becker on trombone, Marta Sanchez on piano, Alicyn Yaffee on guitar, and Rodrigo Recabarren on drums. Tickets are $30 adults, $25 seniors, $20 students, $15 chilren at www.thejazzloft.org.

Theater

‘Beautiful’

Main stage theater continues at the John W. Engeman Theater with Beautiful: The Carole King Musical now extended to Nov. 5. 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. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. 

‘The Play That Goes Wrong’

The Theatres at Suffolk County Community College present The Play That Goes Wrong at the Shea Theatre, Islip Arts Building, Suffolk County Community College, Ammerman Campus, 533 College Road, Selden on Nov. 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 12 and 19 at 2 p.m. An unconscious leading lady, a corpse who can’t play dead, a ruffled detective, and a word-mangling butler (among others) must battle against technical gaffes, forgotten lines, and sabotaging scenery in a quest to arrive all in one piece at the final curtain call. General admission tickets are $15, veterans and students 16 years of age or younger $10. For tickets, call 631-451-4163.

‘Elf The Musical’

The Community Playhouse of Northport kicks off the holiday season with a main stage production of Elf the Musical at the Brosnan Theater, 158 Laurel Avenue, Northport on Nov. 9, 11, 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 12 and 19 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. The Sunday performances will include a meet the cast (Santa and company!) at 1:30 pm. To order visit www.communityplayhousenorthport.org.

‘A Christmas Carol’

“I will honor Christmas in my heart…” Celebrate the season with A Christmas Carol at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 11 to Dec. 30. Follow the miser Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey that teaches him the true meaning of Christmas — past, present, and future. Join them for the  38th annual production of the immortal classic in all of its thrills, music, joy, and spirit. Please note: No children under 5 are permitted. All seats are $25 in November. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, $25 children in December. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Every Christmas Story Ever Told’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some!) from Nov. 25 to Dec. 23. Three actors decide to perform every Christmas story ever told — plus Christmas traditions from around the world, seasonal icons from ancient times to topical pop-culture, and every carol ever sung. A madcap romp through the holiday season! Tickets are $32 adults, $30 seniors, $28 students. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

Film

‘Godzilla’

Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntingon presents a special screening of Godzilla (1954) on Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. A remarkably humane and melancholy drama, the film was made in Japan at a time when the country was reeling from nuclear attack and H-bomb testing in the Pacific. Its rampaging radioactive beast, the poignant embodiment of an entire population’s fears, became a beloved international icon of destruction, spawning almost thirty sequels. Tickets are $15, $10 members. www.cinemaartscentre.org

‘Maestra’

The Port Jefferson Documentary Series continues with a screening of Maestra at John F. Kennedy Middle School, 200 Jayne Blvd., Port Jefferson Station on Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. The documentary follows several women from around the world as they compete in the only all-women competition for conductors. Followed by a Q&A with guest speaker Maggie Contreras, Director via Zoom and Mélisse Brunet, conductor and subject in the film in-person. Tickets are $10 at the door (cash only) or at www.portjeffersondocumentaryseries.com

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].