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Shoreham-Wading River senior GraceAnn Leonard lays up for two. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Colleen Ohrtman nails a three-pointer. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Annie Sheehan shoots from the corner. Photo by Bill Landon
Wildcats. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Sophie Costello shoots two. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior GraceAnn Leonard lays up for two. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior GraceAnn Leonard scores from the paint. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Sophie Costello scores. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Sophie Costello drives the lane. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River junior Juliana Mahan with a put-back. Photo by Bill Landon
Rebound. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Colleen Ohrtman banks two. Photo by Bill Landon
Loose ball. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River junior Juliana Mahan goes low for possession. Photo by Bill Landon
Wildcats. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River sophomore Grayce Kitchen shoots from the corner. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River sophomore Alyssa Bell drives the lane. Photo by Bill Landon

In a historic first visit to the Long Island Class A Championship, the Shoreham-Wading River Wildcats girls basketball team led by a single point with two seconds left in regulation.

However, Manhasset’s Caitlin Barrett went to the foul line, shooting two. Barrett missed the first but hit the second to tie the game at 45-all, forcing overtime.

The Wildcats trailed by three points in the opening minute of the four-minute overtime period. Manhasset was able to contain the Wildcats’ potent offensive pressure, edging ahead to win the game 58-51 at Farmingdale State College on Saturday, March 11.

Senior Sophie Costello led her team in scoring with 18 points. Seniors GraceAnn Leonard and Colleen Ohrtman scored 11 points, and senior Annie Sheehan netted six.

The Wildcats conclude their 2022-23 campaign as Suffolk County Class A champions with an impressive 24-2 record.

— Photos by Bill Landon

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Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon
Mount Sinai School District's annual faculty basketball game, the "Battle of the Educators." Photo by Bill Landon

It was the 21st edition of the coveted “Battle of the Educators,” where the Mount Sinai School District faculty squared off in an annual basketball game pitting the high school teachers against their middle and elementary school colleagues on Friday, March 3, at the Mount Sinai High School. 

Funds raised from gate admission, food and snacks and apparel sales supported the Mount Sinai Booster Club, with the proceeds going towards athletic scholarships awarded in June. 

The game took place in front of a near-capacity crowd, with attendance approaching pre-pandemic levels.

— Photos by Bill Landon

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Sophie Costello on a fast break. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Colleen Ohrtman lets a three-pointer fly. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River junior Juliana Mahan battles in the paint. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Annie Sheehan dumps the ball off for the Wildcats. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior GraceAnn Leonard brings the ball up the court. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Sophie Costello looks for an open shooter. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Annie Sheehan battles in the paint. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River freshman Anabel Keegan banks two. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Colleen Ohrtman battles her way to the rim. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Annie Sheehan drives the lane. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River junior Juliana Mahan goes to the rim. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River junior Juliana Mahan from the free throw line. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River junior Juliana Mahan battles from the paint. Photo by Bill Landon
Sophie Costello rebounds. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Annie Sheehan goes to the basket. Photo by Bill Landon
Rebound. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior GraceAnn Leonard scores from up top. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior GraceAnn Leonard from the free throw line. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Sophie Costello drives the lane. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River sophomore Alyssa Bell with the rebound. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River sophomore Alyssa Bell shoots for the Wildcats. Photo by Bill Landon
Timeout Wildcats. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior GraceAnn Leonard drives the baseline. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Colleen Ohrtman lays up for two. Photo by Bill Landon
Sophie Costello lays up for two. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior GraceAnn Leonard goes to the rim. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior GraceAnn Leonard from the charity stripe. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River freshman Anabel Keegan matches up for the Wildcats. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River sophomore Haylie Abrams scores from down low. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River sophomore Reese Marcario shoots for the Wildcats. Photo by Bill Landon

It was all for the bragging rights during the overall Section XI championship when the undefeated Shoreham-Wading River Wildcats (23-0), the small school winner, squared off against large school champion Walt Whitman at Island Federal Credit Arena at Stony Brook University on March 4. 

The Wildcats trailed by two points to open the second half. However, they struggled to land their shots, allowing Whitman to slowly edge ahead for the 50-42 victory, handing SWR its first loss of the season. 

Sophie Costello led the Wildcats with 12 points. GraceAnn Leonard followed with 10, and Annie Sheehan and Juliana Mahan banked seven points each. Teammates Colleen Ohrtman, Haylie Abrams and Anabel Keegan netted two points apiece. 

Shoreham-Wading River, the Suffolk Class A title holder, lives to fight another day, advancing to the Long Island Championship round (regional finals) on Saturday, March 11, when they’ll face Manhasset (23-1) at Farmingdale State College. Game time is slated for 2 p.m.

— Photos by Bill Landon

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This event has been postponed from March 11 to March 18 due to the weather

The Smithtown Historical Society will hold its annual Irish Luck on the Farm event at the Roseneath Cottage, 239 Middle Country Road, Smithtown on Saturday, March 18 from noon to 3 p.m. Experience fun for all ages with a walk-through petting zoo, traditional Irish step dancing performances, and other celebrations of Irish heritage. Entry fee is $5 per person. Questions? Call 631-265-6768.

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Benner's Farm hosts their Easter Egg Hunt Weekend on April 8 and 9 this year. File photo by Rita J. Egan/ TBR News Media

Although spring and Easter are still a few weeks away, registration for these popular annual events is now underway:

Spring Festival and Egg Hunt at Sweetbriar

Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown hosts its annual Spring Festival and Egg Hunt on March 26 from noon to 4 p.m. Join them for a day filled with events, fun, and many wonderful animals. There will be games, animal presentations, crafts, face painting, and more. Egg hunts will be held throughout the day with prizes and a separate egg hunt for 2-4-year-olds to do with their parents. A special long-eared guest will be available for photo opportunities and refreshments will be available for purchase. Bring a basket. Tickets are $20 per child, $5 adults. To reserve your spot, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. For more information, call 631-979-6344.

Benner’s Farm Easter Egg Hunts

Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket invites the community to their annual Easter Egg Hunt Weekend on April 8 and 9 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be craft vendors, baby bunnies and chicks to hold, baby goats and sheep to see and pet, many other barnyard animals to visit with and feed, an egg hunt in the fields every half hour from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. (book your time slot online), pictures with the Spring Bunny and more! This is a ticketed event only. Tickets are $12 per person and are sold only online at https://www.eventcreate.com/e/easteregghuntsatbennersfarm. No tickets will be sold at the door. Questions? Call 631-689-8172.

Egg Hunts at the Hatchery

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor will host egg hunts on March 18, 19, 25, 26, April 1, 2, 6, 7 and 8 in 20 minute sessions from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for children up to the age of 6 years old. Tickets are $12 per participating child, $5 “helper siblings” ages 7 to 12, $6 seniors, and $7 adults. To register, visit www.cshfishhatchery.org. For further details, call 516-692-6768. 

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A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.

PROGRAMS

Growing Up Wild

Town of Brookhaven hosts a spring nature program for children ages 3 to 6, Growing Up Wild, at Cedar Beach Nature Center, Harbor Beach Road, Mt. Sinai on March 11 at 10 a.m. and again at 2 p.m. Parent and child will explore nature through stories and activities. Free but registration is required by emailing [email protected].

Books in the Barn

New! Registration is currently underway for the Smithtown Historical Society’s new Books in the Barn program for ages 3 to 5 with parent/caregiver on March 27 from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Meet at the newly refurbished Franklin O. Arthur Farm, 239 E. Main St., Smithtown to listen to stories about farms, barns and animals. Then visit with the chickens, bunnies, sheep, ponies and barn cats that call the farm home. Free. Open to all. To register, visit www.smithlib.org/children. For more information, call 360-2480, ext. 140.

Code Breakers Scavenger Hunt

New! For the month of March, take part in a Code Breakers Scavenger Hunt at the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor during gallery hours 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Uncover the secrets of maritime communication in this self-guided adventure. Hunt for hidden messages around the museum and decode clues left by mariners, using Morse Code, semaphore, and signal flags. Complete your trail by decorating your own personal flag to take home. For ages 6 and up. Admission fee + $10 participant. Call 367-3418 for more info.

THEATER

‘Dorothy’s Adventures in Oz’

Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for an unforgettable trip down the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy’s Adventures in Oz from Feb. 22 to March 18 with a sensory sensitive performance on Feb. 26 at 11 a.m. Dorothy Gale is whisked away by a tornado to that magical land that lies just Over the Rainbow. Follow Dorothy and her friends the Scarecrow, the Tinman, and the Lion as they encounter challenges and celebrate friendship. Featuring an original score and memorable characters, the show is a delightful reminder that “there’s no place like home!” All seats are $10. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘Finding Nemo Jr.

The Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown presents Finding Nemo Jr. from April 1 to 8. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo Jr. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure. All seats are $25. To order, call 800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘Seussical the Musical’

The John W. Emgean Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Seussical the Musical from April 1 to 30. “Oh the Thinks You Can Think!” Dive into the colorful world of Dr. Seuss as The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who sets off to save a speck of dust containing The Whos from destruction. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of doubters while guarding an abandoned egg, left to his care. All seats are $20. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

FILM

‘Witches’

The Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids! Series with a screening of The Witches on March 12 at noon. While staying at a hotel in England with his grandmother, young Luke inadvertently spies on a convention of witches. Based on the book by Roald Dahl. Rated PG. Tickets are $12, $5 children 12 and under. Visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

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New Lane Elementary students enjoy therapy dog program

New Lane Elementary students enjoy a visit from Love on a Leash therapy dogs and their owners. Photo courtesy MCCSD

Middle Country Central School District’s New Lane Elementary School students recently had the opportunity to learn about and benefit from the Love on a Leash therapy dog program during a visit to the school by several of the organization’s therapy dogs and their owners.  

“We know that school can be stressful for some students, they can get overwhelmed due to various factors, so we wanted to provide a healthy outlet for our students to release their stress and wind down,” said Phyllis L. Saltz, principal of New Lane Elementary School. “Our students find comfort and a way to de-stress around these specially trained dogs. The sessions also allow our students to learn new social skills while interacting with the therapy pets.”

Love on a Leash is a not-for-profit organization that provides a platform to encourage volunteers to engage in a meaningful and productive therapy dog program. The organization’s mission is “to bring comfort, happiness, and healing to more people nationwide by increasing public awareness of pet therapy.” The organization provides its volunteers with an accessible certification process that qualifies them to provide pet therapy in their community as part of a qualified therapy team.

For more information about the Middle Country School District and the latest District news, visit www.mccsd.net.

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Shoreham-Wading River senior GraceAnn Leonard lays up for two. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Sophie Costello lays up for two. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Annie Sheehan drives the baseline. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Sophie Costello battles down low. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Annie Sheehan goes to the basket. Photo by Bill Landon
Seniors Dana Menier and GraceAnn Leonard fight for the rebound. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River junior Juliana Mahan blocks a shot. Photo by Bill Landon
Juliet Smalley and Kelsey Hughes look for the rebound. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Annie Sheehan shoots from the corner. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Kelsey Hughes battles for the rebound. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Sophie Costello shoots. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior GraceAnn Leonard lays up for two of her 27 points. Photo by Bill Landon
Fast break. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park junior Ryan Currier shoots from the paint. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park senior Jaxie Cestone drives the baseline. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park senior MaryEllen Gilchriest nails a three-pointer. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park senior Jaxie Cestone scores two. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park senior MaryEllen Gilchriest scores. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park junior Ryan Currier shoots two. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park senior Dana Menier battles her way to the rim. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River senior Colleen Ohrtman battles for the rebound. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park senior Juliet Smalley drains a three-pointer. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park senior MaryEllen Gilchriest scores. Photo by Bill Landon
100 percent. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park senior Jaxie Cestone scores two. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park junior Ryan Currier scores. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park senior Dana Menier nails a triple. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park bench. Photo by Bill Landon
Kings Park senior Jaxie Cestone drives the baseline. Photo by Bill Landon
Victory in hand. Photo by Bill Landon
The Wildcats of Shoreham-Wading River clinch the Suffolk County Class A championship. Photo by Bill Landon
Wildcats win. Photo by Bill Landon
Wildcats win. Photo by Bill Landon
Wildcats win. Photo by Bill Landon
Wildcats win. Photo by Bill Landon
Shoreham-Wading River head coach Adam Lievre, left, accepts the Suffolk County Class A Championship plaque from basketball sports chair Bill Denniston at Stony Brook University Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
The Wildcats of Shoreham-Wading River clinch the Suffolk County Class A championship at Stony Brook University Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
The Wildcats of Shoreham-Wading River clinch the Suffolk County Class A championship at Stony Brook University Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
The Wildcats of Shoreham-Wading River clinch the Suffolk County Class A championship at Stony Brook University Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon
The Wildcats of Shoreham-Wading River clinch the Suffolk County Class A championship at Stony Brook University Feb. 25. Photo by Bill Landon

The only undefeated team in Suffolk County at 22-0, the Wildcats found themselves trailing by two points at the halftime break. They would need Annie Sheehan’s free throw appearance to put the Wildcats back out front when the senior sank both to retake the lead 37-36 with 4:16 left in the third quarter. 

A three-pointer from GraceAnn Leonard would re-tie the game at 51-all with four minutes left in regulation. But the Wildcats’ unrelenting defense contained the Lady Kingsmens’ potent offense down the stretch. SWR closed the game for a 63-56 victory, delivering the program its first-ever Suffolk County title. 

Leonard led the Wildcats with 27 points. Sophie Costello added 16, and Sheehan banked 10.

Jaxie Cestone led Kings Park in scoring with 18 points, and Ryan Currier also netted 15.  

The win sends the 23-0 Wildcats to the Long Island Championship round on Saturday, March 11, when they face the Nassau class A title winner at Farmingdale State College. Game time is slated for 3 p.m.

— Photos by Bill Landon

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The cast of 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
THERE'S NO PLACE LIKE HOME Catch a performance of 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz' at Theatre Three this weekend. Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
A scene from 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz.' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.
The cast of 'Dorothy's Adventures in Oz' Photo by Peter Lanscombe/Theatre Three Productions, Inc.

By Heidi Sutton

Fans of the classic movie The Wizard of Oz will fall in love with Theatre Three’s current children’s production, Dorothy’s Adventures in Oz. Adapted from the stories of L. Frank Baum, the show, written by Jeffrey Sanzel and Douglas J. Quattrock, features an original score, a clever script, and wonderful cast — Samantha Fierro, Danielle Pafundi, Steven Uihlein, Sean Amato, C.J. Russo, Louisa Bikowski, Stephanie Moreau, Liam Marsigliano and Kaitlyn Jehle with a special appearance by Shay Francis Feldman — who bring this magical story to life. 

Dorothy Gale, chief editor of her high school newspaper, the Baum Bugle, is busy putting the paper to bed when a fierce storm blows in and knocks her to the ground. When she wakes up, she finds herself in Munchkinland.  Her news stand has landed on the Wicked Witch of the East causing her demise, much to the delight of the Munchkins. 

When the scary Wicked Witch of the West shows up, Dorothy is protected by Glinda the Good Witch who gives her those famous ruby slippers and sends her down the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City to find the Wizard of Oz who can help her get home. Along her journey, Dorothy meets a Scarecrow who wants a brain, a Tinman who yearns for a heart, and a Lion who longs for courage. The three join her on her quest and the adventure begins.

Directed by Jeffrey Sanzel, all of the iconic scenes are here, from the talking apple trees, the enchanted poppies, to meeting the Wizard in the Emerald City, the flying monkeys, the Witch’s castle, the Winkies and the melting scene (what a world!). A nice touch is the flawless scene changes — each time Dorothy meets a new friend, they walk through the aisles of the theater (the yellow brick road) as the next scene is set up. The costumes by Jason Allyn are just perfect and the special effects are top notch. And did I mention there is a special surprise with four legs and a tail? 

In the end, the show reminds us to be true to our hearts and that there truly is no place like home. Don’t miss this one. Stop by the lobby on your way out for a group photo with the cast.

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents Dorothy’s Adventures in Oz through March 18. Running time is 1 hour and 20 minutes with one intermission. Children’s theater continues with The Adventures of Peter Rabbit from April 5 to 29 and Cinderella from May 27 to June 17. All seats are $10. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

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Catch a screening of 'Matilda' at the Cinema Arts Centre on March 5.
PROGRAMS

Scrap the Winter Blues Away

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown presents a family program, Scrap the Winter Blues Away, on March 4 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Make a keepsake to give as a gift or keep for yourself. Make a nature inspired scrapbook to give as a gift or keep for yourself. Supplies will be provided but feel free to bring pictures and any other special items to add to your pages. $4 per person. Advance reservations required by calling 265-1054.

Code Breakers Scavenger Hunt

New! For the month of March, take part in a Code Breakers Scavenger Hunt at the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor during gallery hours 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Uncover the secrets of maritime communication in this self-guided adventure. Hunt for hidden messages around the museum and decode clues left by mariners, using Morse Code, semaphore, and signal flags. Complete your trail by decorating your own personal flag to take home. For ages 6 and up. Admission fee + $10 participant. Call 367-3418 for more info.

Family Hour Sunday

Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington hosts a Family Hour Sunday on March 5 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Children ages 5 through 10 are invited for a family-friendly art experience with Museum Educator Tami Wood. Explore works of art in the Museum and create fun art projects! $10 per child, adults free. Advance registration recommended by visiting www.heckscher.org. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. For more information, call 380-3230.

Open Play at the Explorium

Join the Long Island Explorium, 101 East Broadway, Port Jefferson for Open Play on March 4 and 5 from 1 to 5 p.m. with hands-on activities, crafts, and more. Admission is $5 per person, Long Island Explorium members and children under 1 are free. Call 331-3277.

In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb

Join the staff at Sunken Meadow State Park for In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb, a Tiny Tots program for ages 3 to 5, on March 9 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. This program will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. $4 per child. Register at www.eventbrite.com.

THEATER

‘Dorothy’s Adventures in Oz’

Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for an unforgettable trip down the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy’s Adventures in Oz from Feb. 22 to March 18 with a sensory sensitive performance on Feb. 26 at 11 a.m. Dorothy Gale is whisked away by a tornado to that magical land that lies just Over the Rainbow. Follow Dorothy and her friends the Scarecrow, the Tinman, and the Lion as they encounter challenges and celebrate friendship. Featuring an original score and memorable characters, the show is a delightful reminder that “there’s no place like home!” All seats are $10. To order, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Finding Nemo Jr.

The Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown presents Finding Nemo Jr. from April 1 to 8. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo Jr. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure. All seats are $25. To order, call 800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘Seussical the Musical’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Seussical the Musical from April 1 to 30. “Oh the Thinks You Can Think!” Dive into the colorful world of Dr. Seuss as The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who sets off to save a speck of dust containing The Whos from destruction. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of doubters while guarding an abandoned egg, left to his care. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, imagination, loyalty, and community are challenged and emerge victorious. All seats are $20. To order, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

FILM

‘Matilda’

The Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Cinema for Kids! Series with a screening of Matilda on March 5 at noon. This film adaptation of a Roald Dahl work tells the story of Matilda Wormwood (Mara Wilson), a gifted girl forced to put up with a crude, distant father (Danny DeVito), mother (Rhea Perlman) and Agatha Trunchbull (Pam Ferris), the evil principal at Matilda’s school. Rated PG. Tickets are $12, $5 children 12 and under. Visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

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