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James Caan in a scene from 'Thief.' Photo from CAC

The Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will pay tribute to the legendary James Caan with a rare big-screen showing of Michael Mann’s “Thief” (1981), of one of his emblematic roles, on Saturday, July 16. A veteran screen actor known for his work in such films as “The Godfather,” “Misery” and “Elf”,  Can passed away on July 6 at the age of 82.

The contemporary American auteur Michael Mann’s bold artistic sensibility was already fully formed when he burst out of the gate with “Thief,” his debut feature. James Caan stars, in one of his most riveting performances, as a no-nonsense ex-con safecracker planning to leave the criminal world behind after one final diamond heist—but he discovers that escape is not as simple as he’d hoped. Finding hypnotic beauty in neon and rain-slick streets, sparks and steel, Thief effortlessly established the moody stylishness and tactile approach to action that would also define such later iconic entertainments from Mann as Miami Vice, Manhunter, and Heat. Mann used real thieves as technical advisors on the film and that Tangerine Dream soundtrack is a joy.  Also starring Tuesday Weld and Willie Nelson.

Tickets are $15, $10 members. To order tickets in advance, call 631-423-7610 or click here.

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Photo from TOB

The Town of Brookhaven will offer Hula Hooping classes at West Meadow Beach, Trustees Road, Stony Brook this summer. Classes are for beginners or the more experienced “hoopers”! Beginners will learn basic fundamentals to keep the hoop up while spinning and dancing in and out of their hoops. More experienced students will learn some advanced skills and tricks. Enjoy one of the many beautiful beaches in Brookhaven while having fun and burning calories! *Weather permitting*

Classes will be held on Wednesdays, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 and Sept. 7 from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Fee is $40 per 6-week session. Pre-register by Monday, Aug. 1 by calling 631-363-5193.

 

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Photo from Long Island Cares Facebook

The Harry Chapin Food Bank has commissioned internationally acclaimed artist Susan Bahary to create a larger-than-life bronze bust of the advocate for a hunger-free Long Island and Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter, Harry Chapin. The bust will be unveiled on Friday, July 15 at a ceremony at Long Island Cares’ Hauppauge headquarters, 10 Davids Drive, at 10:30 a.m. Bahary named the piece “Story of a Life” after the Chapin song.

Long Island Cares has also created a commemorative brick-lined Chapin Legacy Walkway to celebrate Chapin’s 80th birth year and 50th anniversary of his million-selling single, “Taxi.” 

Photo from Wikipedia

“We are honoring the legacy of Harry Chapin and his vision for a hunger-free Long Island,” says Katherine M. Fritz, Chief Development and Communications Officer at Long Island Cares. “At the same time, we’re excited to have given our donors the opportunity to be recognized for their commitment to walking in Harry’s footsteps by helping their fellow Long Islanders.” 

For Bahary, being asked to sculpt Chapin was an honor that felt very close to her heart. In the 70s, through her high school years and early development an artist, Susan and her family lived in Huntington Bay, next door to Harry and Sandy Chapin and their kids. Bahary fondly recalls how Chapin generously offered his time to work with her brother, Gordon, who became a singer-songwriter and music producer in his own right, as well as encouraged her in her pursuit of fine art.

Bahary, who also sings, listens to music — mostly of the 70s — when she sculpts. When she sculpted Chapin, she listened primarily to his music. “The moment Harry’s face and expression seemed to come to life in clay was a very emotionally moving experience,” she said. “I wanted to capture his beautiful soul and spirit as best I could and a glimpse of him the way he’d look at a performance, at the height of his career. Yet, I hoped to capture not just Harry’s likeness but his kindness, love of life, and hope for humanity.”

Bahary chose the name for her sculpture, “Story of a Life,” after Chapin’s song to not only reinforces her subject’s gift to the world as a great storyteller but also her gift to him: “I was telling the story of his life in the art form I know.” 

Sandy Chapin and members of the Chapin family, along with Bahary, are set to attend the unveiling. The public is invited to attend. For more information, please call 631-582-3663.

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A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10. Photo by Rita J. Egan

Long Island Vettes, a local Corvette club, hosted the inaugural Plycar Motorama All GM Car Show in Nesconset on July 10.

The show featured Buicks, Cadillacs, Chevrolets, GMCs, Pontiacs and Oldsmobiles from various decades.

During the event, funds were raised to benefit The Last Hope Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation. Attendees also enjoyed live music from VHS Cover Band.

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A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz
A scene from the 2022 Northport Firemen's Fair. Photo by Steven Zaitz

The Northport Volunteer Fire Department’s 96th annual Firemen’s Fair opened July 11.

Summer fun seekers enjoyed carnival rides, games, festival food and more.

The fair continues until Saturday, July 16, and is open from 7 to 11 p.m. on the fire department grounds, located on Steers Ave, off of Ocean Ave in Northport. 

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A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Rita J. Egan
A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Michael Rosengard
A scene from the 2022 Corn Festival & Pow Wow. Photo by Michael Rosengard

The Setalcott Nation hosted their 15th annual Corn Festival & Pow Wow at Setauket Elementary School Saturday and Sunday.

The last two years the festival was not held due to the pandemic. For its return, the 2022 festival’s theme was “We Are Still Here.”

To celebrate Native American culture, attendees had the opportunity to see Aztec dancers and Taino dancers, listen to storytelling, flute players and traditional drums. Visitors were also able to participate in some of the dances.

Town of Brookhaven Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich (D-Stony Brook), lower right, was also on hand to welcome everyone.

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The Levins will perform at the Huntington Folk Festival on July 16 at 4:30 p.m.

The 16th annual Huntington Folk Festival is set for Saturday, July 16, on the Chapin Rainbow Stage at Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Avenue, in Huntington.  Extending from noon to 10 p.m., with a dinner break from 5 to 7:15 p.m., the free event is co-presented by the Huntington Arts Council, Folk Music Society of Huntington and AcousticMusicScene.com as part of the 57th Huntington Summer Arts Festival produced by the Town of Huntington. 

The Festival will include a tribute to the late singer/songwriter Lois Morton.

“An Evening with Paula Cole and Sophie B. Hawkins” will be preceded by a series of amplified showcases and song swaps, along with a musical tribute to Lois Morton and an open mic, during the afternoon.

Artists slated to showcase their talents during the afternoon include Allison Leah, Brett Altman, The Levins, Catherine Miles & Jay Mafale, The Royal Yard, Alan Short, Hank Stone. Christine Sweeney, Us!, Drew Velting, Bob Westcott, and Scott Wolfson & Other Heroes. 

Prior to the evening concert on the park’s [Harry] Chapin Rainbow Stage, Michael Kornfeld, president of the Folk Music Society of Huntington and editor & publisher of AcousticMusicScene.com (an online publication for the folk, roots and singer-songwriter communities), will conduct an on-stage conversational interview with the evening’s featured artists at 7:15 p.m. 

Kornfeld will also host a series of amplified showcases and song swaps from 2 to 5 p.m.  near a canopy tent on the upper lawn area overlooking the stage. These will be preceded by an hour-long open mic hosted by singer-songwriter Toby Tobias, who runs the NorthShore Original Open Mic (NOOM), an Acoustic Ally of FMSH, from noon to 1 p.m.

From 1 to 2 p.m, a number of artists will perform and share their reflections on Lois Morton, the late Huntington-based singer-songwriter who delighted audiences throughout the New York metropolitan area and beyond for years with her abundant charm and humorous songs of social commentary on such subjects as cell phones, clutter, diets, psychotherapy, and road rage. Participants in this tribute will include Josie Bello, Kirsten Maxwell, Larry Moser, Richard Parr, Glen Roethel, Dave Anthony Setteducati, Linda Sussman, and others.

Schedule of Events:

Noon — Open Mic

1 p.m. — Remembering Lois Morton: A Musical Tribute

2 p.m. —Song Swap: Hank Stone and Bob Westcott

2:30 p.m. — Us!

2:45 p.m. — Drew Velting

3 p.m. — Christine Sweeney

3:15 p.m. — Brett Altman

3:30 p.m. ­ Allison Leah

3:45 p.m. — Sea Chanteys: The Royal Yard and Alan Short

4:15 p.m. — Catherine Miles & Jay Mafale

4:30 p.m. — The Levins

4:45 p.m. — Scott Wolfson & Other Heroes

5 p.m. —  Dinner Break

7:15 p.m — On-Stage Conversation with Paula Cole and Sophie B. Hawkins

8 p.m. — Evening Concert on the Chapin Rainbow Stage: Paula Cole & Sophie B. Hawkins

Festivalgoers are advised to bring lawn chairs and blankets and a picnic supper (or they can walk into Huntington Village and enjoy a meal at one of its many restaurants).

The Huntington Summer Arts Festival is produced by the Town of Huntington and presented by the Huntington Arts Council. Additional support is provided by Presenting Sponsor Canon U.S.A., with partial funding from the New York State Council on the Arts and the Suffolk County Department of Economic Development and Planning.

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Alex Torres and His Latin Orchestra. Photo from Vanderbilt Museum

Music, dancing, and romance will fill the night when Alex Torres and His Latin Orchestra return to the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum on Friday, July 15, for their 15th annual show, Spicy Sounds for a Hot Night. The event is a major Vanderbilt fundraiser.

A perennial favorite, the orchestra performs annually to sold-out audiences at the Vanderbilt, playing their original blend of Afro-Caribbean rhythms – including salsa, merengue, cha-cha, bomba, plena and Latin jazz. This critically acclaimed 11-piece ensemble, which tours throughout North and South America, has performed in hundreds of festivals and leading performing-arts centers throughout the world.

The Vanderbilt Estate grounds open at 6:00 pm. The performance, for listening and dancing, will be from 7:00 to 10:00 in the Celebration Tent. Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the evening under the stars as the music and dancing start.

Tickets: $65. Table of 10: $650. To purchase tickets, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org or click below.

The orchestra, which has released 12 critically acclaimed CDs, has shared the stage and billings with such major acts as Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, Andy Montañez, Los Hermanos Moreno, Arturo Sandoval, Ray Barretto, Jane Burnette & The Spirits of Havana, King Changó, Arrested Development, Branford Marsalis, and the Count Basie and Woody Herman orchestras.

Visit www.alextorres.com

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A scene from the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival at Village Chabad in East Setauket. Photo by Peggy Gallery
A scene from the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival at Village Chabad in East Setauket. Photo by Peggy Gallery
The Red Trouser Show entertains the crowd at the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival. Photo by Peggy Gallery
The Red Trouser Show entertains the crowd at the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival. Photo by Peggy Gallery
The Red Trouser Show entertains the crowd at the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival. Photo by Peggy Gallery
A scene from the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival at Village Chabad in East Setauket. Photo by Peggy Gallery
A scene from the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival at Village Chabad in East Setauket. Photo by Peggy Gallery
A scene from the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival at Village Chabad in East Setauket. Photo by Peggy Gallery
Singer Tali Yess entertains attendees during the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival at Village Chabad in East Setauket. Photo by Peggy Gallery
Rabbi Motti Grossbaum addresses the crowd during the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival at Village Chabad in East Setauket. Photo by Peggy Gallery
A scene from the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival at Village Chabad in East Setauket. Photo by Peggy Gallery
A scene from the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival at Village Chabad in East Setauket. Photo by Peggy Gallery
A scene from the 2022 Jewish Summer Festival at Village Chabad in East Setauket. Photo by Peggy Gallery

The Village Chabad once again welcomed community members to its Jewish Summer Festival on July 10. The event took place for the first time since 2018 on the Chabad’s property on Nicolls Road in East Setauket.

In 2019, the Chabad held its grand opening celebration for its new building in place of the summer festival, which was held at West Meadow Beach in previous years. The last two years, the festival was unable to be held due to the pandemic.

Approximately 250 people attended this year, according to Rabbi Motti Grossbaum.

Attendees enjoyed a barbecue and activities, which included face painting and giveaways. Tali Yess provided the music, and The Red Trouser Show, from New Hampshire, also performed stunts for everyone.

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'The Goonies'

Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach will present the following free outdoor events for the community this summer:

Music Under the Stars: Petty Rumours

Thursday, July 12 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Join Petty Rumours for an unforgettable evening of music. This show will bring together over four decades of hits from Tom Petty, Stevie Nicks, Fleetwood Mac and the Traveling Wilburys. As this concert will be held outside, patrons should bring their own chairs and/or blankets. Food trucks will be on hand beginning at 6pm and performance begins at 7 p.m.

Music Under the Stars: 20 Highview

Tuesday, August 9 from 7 to 9 p.m.

Get down with 20 Highview, a nine-piece powerhouse band specializing in dance classics with funk grooves. They will cover classics from the 60’s up to the present day. As this concert will be held outside, patrons should bring their own chairs and blankets. Food trucks will be on hand beginning at 6pm and performance begins at 7 p.m.

MCPL Under the Stars Movie Night: ‘The Goonies’

Wednesday, August 17 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Join us for an outdoor viewing of the movie, The Goonies! As this movie will be held outside, patrons should bring their own chairs and blankets. In the event of rain, the program will be rescheduled for August 25. Food truck will be on hand beginning at 7 p.m. and movie begins at 8 p.m.

For more information, call 631-585-9393

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