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Suffolk County Police Homicide Squad detectives are investigating after a man shot and seriously injured a woman before killing himself at a home in Ridge  on Feb. 15.

Seventh Precinct officers responded to an incident involving a gun at 28 Woodbrook Drive at 12:56 p.m. following a 911 call from that location. A 68-year-old woman and resident of the home was found with two gunshot wounds and transported via police helicopter to an area hospital for treatment of serious physical injuries.

Gerard Senatore, 66, also a resident of the home, barricaded himself inside the house. Emergency Service Section officers entered the home and found Senatore dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Detectives are asking anyone with information on this incident to contact Homicide Squad detectives at 631-852-6392.


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The Chicken Hill exhibit at the Three Village Historical Society. Photo courtesy of TVHS
The Harts, Sells and Hines families were prominent residents of Chicken Hill. Pictured from left, circa 1934, Pearl White, Roger Hart, Bertha Hart (wife of William Hart) holding her daughter Petricia, Alice F. Hart holding her son Irvy, two Hines children, Grace Hines holding her daughter Charlotte, Raymond Hart (in cap), Gloria Hart (behind Raymond) and Violet Sells (Thompson). Photo courtesy of TVHS
The Chicken Hill exhibit at the Three Village Historical Society. Photo courtesy of TVHS
A photograph featured in the Chicken Hill exhibit at the Three Village Historical Society. Photo by TVHS
The Chicken Hill exhibit at the Three Village Historical Society. Photo courtesy of TVHS
A photograph of the Setauket rubber factory at the Chicken Hill exhibit. Photo from TVHS

By Scott Ferrara

The Three Village Historical Society and Museum (TVHS) is set to close its award-winning exhibit, “Chicken Hill: A Community Lost to Time,” marking the final opportunity for visitors to experience this cherished piece of local history. The exhibit’s closure is part of a broader collaborative effort leading up to the highly anticipated openings of the Dominick-Crawford Barn Education and History Center and the Three Village Community Trust’s Rubber Factory Worker Houses. The exhibit will remain open through February, with its final day of public viewing on February 23, 2025.

Conceived and curated in 2012 by historian Frank Turano, PhD, with the assistance of Society Archivist Karen Martin, Robert Gladwish, and Joseph Bova, Jr., the Chicken Hill exhibit has been a cornerstone of the Society’s programming. Generously underwritten by Fred Bryant and the Bryant Funeral Home, the exhibit has received national acclaim, including the prestigious “Award of Merit” from the American Association for State and Local History- an honor shared with the 9/11 Museum in New York City the year it was awarded.

This interactive multimedia exhibit delves into the fascinating history of a vibrant, working-class, multi-racial, and multi-ethnic community in the Three Village area between 1857 and 1960. Over the past decade, the exhibit has welcomed countless visitors, including group and school tours, and inspired educational projects while evoking cherished memories for long-time residents.

The history of Chicken Hill

“Chicken Hill” was the historical name for the area surrounding the Setauket Methodist Church at Main Street and Route 25A. Initially a hub for workers at the Nunns and Clark piano factory, the community gained its name from the many chickens that roamed freely among the homes. The factory, which included members of the renowned Steinway family, produced hundreds of pianos annually before its decline during the Civil War.

In 1876, the abandoned factory was transformed into the Setauket Rubber Factory, which became Suffolk County’s largest employer, with over 500 workers—many of whom were Eastern European Jewish immigrants. The factory’s closure in the early 1900s, following a series of mysterious fires, marked the end of one chapter in Chicken Hill’s story.

The exhibit focuses on the community’s final era (1930–1950), showcasing a rich tapestry of cultures, including Russians, Lithuanians, Poles, Italians, Irish, Native Americans, and African Americans. It highlights their contributions as business owners, house servants, gardeners, school bus drivers, and more. The area also reflected a unique religious diversity, with African Methodist Episcopal, Catholic, and Jewish congregations coexisting in this community.

Looking ahead

Visitors in February can enjoy special guided tours led by original exhibit creators and contributors. Following its closure, exhibit materials will be repurposed for an expanded display at the Rubber Factory Worker Houses, operated by the Three Village Community Trust at 184 Main Street, Setauket. This upcoming iteration will include newly unearthed artifacts and offer a deeper exploration of Chicken Hill’s legacy.

Additionally, educational programming inspired by the exhibit will be transformed into a digital format, making the history of Chicken Hill accessible through the TVHS website.

Located at 93 North Country Road in Setauket, the museum and gift shop are open Friday through Monday from noon to 4 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children and students, free for members. For more information, including tour schedules, call 631-751-3730 or visit www.tvhs.org.

Author Scott Ferrara is curator at the TVHS.

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AAA projects 19 million Americans will embark on ocean cruises this year, a 4.5 percent increase over 2024, when 18.2 million Americans set sail. This will be the third straight year of record cruise passenger volume.

“The cruise industry has rebounded post-pandemic more strongly than other travel segments, with cruise demand growth exceeding hotel demand growth in the last two years,” said Robert Sinclair of AAA Northeast. “There’s a reason so many first-time cruise passengers become repeat customers. Cruises offer something for travelers of every age and provide a cost-effective, all-inclusive option that allows cruisers to enjoy meals, drinks and activities without worrying about additional expenses.” 

In 2022, cruise volume rebounded to 84 percent of 2019’s level, then surged to a new high in 2023, nearly 20 percent above the pre-pandemic baseline. That number has continued to climb since, with 2025 projected to surpass 2019 by 34 percent.

Seeking Sunshine

Most U.S. cruise passengers (72%) are heading to the Caribbean, while 6% are taking Alaska cruises and 5% will cruise in the Mediterranean. The Caribbean’s dominance this year is on par with its pre-pandemic numbers in 2018 and 2019.

Shorter Caribbean cruises are rising in popularity. Even though most cruise itineraries are six to eight days, 18% of Caribbean cruise itineraries this year are 2 to 5 days, compared to only 2% in 2023. The three busiest cruise ports in the world are in the same state: Florida! Miami, Port Canaveral, and Fort Lauderdale are the busiest ports based on embarkation and debarkation. Miami landed the world’s largest cruise ship with the debut of Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas last year, and this summer, Port Canaveral welcomes the Icon’s sister ship, the equally large Star of the Seas.

Cruise Forecast Methodology 
In cooperation with AAA, Tourism Economics prepared the 2025 cruise forecast based on
scheduled cruise itineraries covering virtually all major cruise vessels, the economic outlook and
travel sector trends. This forecast relies on cruise-related analytics from Cruise IP (Tourism
Economics’ proprietary database for the cruise industry), economic forecasts prepared by Oxford
Economics and assumptions on the future path of the tourism industry.

In this analysis, U.S. cruise passenger volume refers to ocean cruises taken by U.S. residents. It
includes cruises that depart from U.S. or international ports.
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You Booked a Cruise … Now What?!  

If you’re one of the 19 million Americans going on a cruise this year, AAA Travel has expert advice to ensure your trip is smooth sailing.

  • Reserve activities ahead of time. Whether it’s an excursion, specialty dinner, or spa treatment, your best bet is to reserve your spot ASAP. Popular cruise activities sell out fast! And while you’re planning ahead, consider getting travel insurance to protect your investment in case of a medical emergency or another interruption during your trip.
  • Arrive the day before. If you’re flying into your port city, arrive a day or two before your ship is scheduled to depart. That takes the stress out of worrying about flight delays and cancelations, and it gives you time to explore your departure city. AAA travel agents can help book your flight through the cruise line which can be a convenient way to plan your trip. When you purchase airfare through cruise lines like Carnival, Princess, and Royal Caribbean, they will assist in the event of a travel disruption and help with ground transportation and other arrangements. 
  • Pick your parking spot. If you’re driving to your port city, decide ahead of time where you will leave your car. Most cruise ports offer parking right at the terminal, but like airports, those spots come at a premium price. To save some money, look for off-site cruise port parking options that offer a shuttle service. Another option is to look for hotels near the cruise port that offer “park & cruise” options. These packages allow you to stay at the hotel the night before your cruise and park your car there while you’re gone. The hotel will then take you to the cruise port on departure day and pick you up once you return.   
  • Download the cruise line’s app. You can check in for your cruise through the app, review the itinerary, complete the mandatory lifeboat drill, look at the daily program, and in some cases, open your stateroom door, order food, make dinner reservations, and text your friends. Best of all, you don’t need the ship’s internet package to use cruise line apps – they are free to use onboard!
  • Do your homework before packing. Check your cruise line’s list of prohibited items ahead of your trip. From irons and steamers to certain foods and beverages, each company is different, so take the time to look up what you can and can’t bring onboard or your items will be confiscated.
  • Items that come in handy. If you’re going on a Caribbean cruise, sunscreen is a must and bringing it from home saves you money. In general, sundries onboard are more expensive. If you take prescription medications, bring extra in case there is a delay during your trip. Magnetic hooks are popular with passengers who need extra storage space. Since cruise cabin walls are made of metal, hooks come in handy for hanging swimsuits and towels. Colorful beach towel clips are also useful at the pool deck to not only keep your towel in place but help you identify your lounge chair when you come back from taking a dip!
  • Embarkation dos and don’ts. Some cruise lines have scheduled embarkation times. Do arrive at your assigned embarkation time. Don’t try to get there early and hope they will let you on – they likely won’t. Don’t pack your passport or birth certificate in your suitcase. Always have your documentation with you including a copy of your boarding pass. If you do not have proper identification when you are checking in at the pier, you will be denied boarding. If you check your suitcase with a porter, your bag may not arrive at your stateroom for a few hours. Pack a small carry-on with your swimsuit so you can change right away and start the fun! 
  • Having fun? Run it back! If you’re enjoying your vacation at sea, look for the future cruise office onboard to book your next trip. There are often special promotions like onboard credits on top of the regular cruise line offers for bookings made onboard. Your travel agent back home will also be notified about your new booking. Just don’t wait until the last minute. The office gets busier as the final day of the cruise approaches, so stop by early in the trip, or make an appointment if the office takes reservations.

AAA Northeast is a not-for-profit auto club with offices in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Jersey, New Hampshire and New York, providing more than 6.5 million local AAA members with travel, insurance, financial and auto-related services.

 

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Cancer Prevention in Action 

We have the power to prevent cervical cancer.

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Over 11,500 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2025. However, almost all of these cases are preventable. Through cervical cancer screening and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination, we have the power to prevent cervical cancer.  

Stony Brook Cancer Center’s Cancer Prevention in Action (CPiA) program is here to help you and your loved ones reduce your risk of cervical cancer with these prevention tips: 

Schedule your screening: Cervical cancer screening tests can find cells that lead to cancer so that they can be removed before cancer grows. In addition to the Pap test, testing for HPV cells within the cervix is now recommended as a primary screening method. The American Cancer Society recommends routine cervical cancer screening for people with a cervix starting at age 25 through 65. 

Get vaccinated: Almost all cervical cancers are caused by HPV. The HPV vaccine prevents cervical, and five other types of cancer, by preventing the virus that causes them. HPV vaccination is recommended for children of all genders beginning at age 9. It is also recommended for adults not vaccinated in childhood through age 26. With over 135 million doses administered in the United States in the last two decades, the HPV vaccine has proven to be extremely safe and effective in preventing HPV cancers.  

Raise awareness: Cervical cancer is preventable. Raise awareness amongst your family, friends, and community that cervical cancer can be prevented through vaccination and screening. Consider organizing an awareness event or education session for your workplace, organization, PTA, or other community setting with Stony Brook Cancer Center’s CPiA program.  

The CPiA program works to increase HPV vaccination and reduce cancer rates on Long Island. CPiA educates people of all ages in a variety of community settings about cancer prevention and healthy living.  

To learn more about cervical cancer prevention or to get involved with CPiA at Stony Brook Cancer Center, go to www.takeactionagainstcancer.com or contact us at 631-444-4263 or at [email protected]. 

Stony Brook Cancer Center’s Cancer Prevention in Action

The implications of the R-word

Dear anyone who uses the R-word, 

As the father of a young man with Down syndrome and the leader of a business where more than half of our colleagues have differing abilities, I feel compelled to address leaders who have used the R-word.

There is no denying your place in the world. That power and influence comes with a greater sense of obligation. Your statements matter. Your words matter. There was a time when using that term was acceptable. Yet in those times that word dehumanized people with differing abilities, people like my son John. That term denied people a sense of dignity and a place in our society.

That word gained prominence during a period when people with intellectual development disabilities were often shunned, relegated to institutions, denied an education, barred from employment and rejected by society. They were treated as sub-human.

Thankfully, times have changed. People with differing abilities have become full members of our society, many playing a prominent role. My son John is an entrepreneur like you and has co-founded the world’s largest sock store. And John is only one of a growing number of entrepreneurs, business leaders, artists, actors, athletes, and political activists with a differing ability. At our business, more than half our colleagues have a differing ability, and we succeed because of the excellent work they do.

People with differing abilities have been patient waiting for the rest of us to catch up, to recognize their strengths and ability to contribute to our society. We need them. We need them in our schools, our businesses and our communities. Terms like the R-word have faded away as people learn how much it hurts, see the negative impact it has and, most importantly, how wrong-headed the description is.

I urge you to consider how your words and actions might advance this progress rather than hinder it. Language has the power to uplift or harm, to unite or divide. You have the opportunity to champion a vision of inclusion, where every person—regardless of their abilities—is treated with respect and celebrated for their unique gifts.

I invite you to visit our business, John’s Crazy Socks. Come meet John and our colleagues with differing abilities. Come see first-hand the potential and humanity that outdated stereotypes obscure. As someone who has defied expectations and pushed boundaries, you have the ability to model a future that leaves no one behind.

This moment can be a turning point. By choosing compassion, understanding, and inclusion, you can inspire others to do the same and help build a world where dignity and opportunity are extended to all.

Will you join us in this mission? Your voice could be a powerful catalyst for change.

Regards,

Mark X. Cronin

Father, Advocate, and Co-Founder of John’s Crazy Socks

More details needed about lithium-ion batteries

We have under consideration at least two large lithium-ion battery installations in our local neighborhoods. One, according to Ira Costell, the president of the Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Civic Association, will be an 8-10 MW system, to be provided by New Leaf Energy. The other, also according to Mr. Costell, will be a mammoth 350 MW facility from Savion, although the Renewables Now website lists this as having a rated power of only 110 MW.

In any case, if we are to understand the capabilities and limitations of these installations, a more complete definition of their energy storage capabilities is required.

This must include not only a power rating, e.g., 10 MW, but also the length of time for which the power can be delivered by the battery. For example, if a battery can provide 10 MW of power for 5 hours, its energy rating is 50 MWh (megawatt hours). Thus, if we know the energy rating of a battery, and we also know the load power, we can calculate the time for which the power will be supplied. For example, a 50 MWh battery can provide 1 MW for 50 hours, or 5 MW for 10 hours, and so forth. At the end of these periods, the battery becomes fully discharged, and must be recharged for further use.

The energy capacities of these batteries are important, because of the intermittent and unpredictable nature of the mandated future energy sources, which will be solar arrays and windmills. When these sources are generating their full rated power, they will be both powering the commercial customers and charging the batteries. As an example, let us assume we have 2,000 houses, each with a load of 1,000 W (1 kW), or 2 MW total. A 50 MWh battery can therefore provide the required power (2 MW) for 25 hours. When the solar/wind power is available, it powers the customer houses and also charges the battery. When the solar/wind input power stops, the load power is provided by the battery, for up to 25 hours. If the input power outage exceeds 25 hours, the 2,000 customers will be without power until the input power becomes available.

The key point is that the energy (MWh) capability of the battery must be sufficient to provide the required power for at least the longest possible down time of the primary power source. If this condition is not met, prolonged power outages and blackouts will be the inevitable result.

If we are to understand and evaluate the capabilities of these proposed battery facilities, it would be most helpful to have New Leaf Energy and Savion provide the energy   specifications to us, rather than simply some undefined power numbers, which leave us in the dark with regard to the time for which the power will be available.

George Altemose

Setauket

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MUSIC FOR THE SOUL Internationally award-winning clarinetist Kathryn Vetter will present a free concert at All Souls Church in Stony Brook on Jan. 11.
Thursday Jan. 9

Crafts & Cocktails

The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor continues its Crafts & Cocktails series with Tranquili-TEA at 6:30 p.m. ​Cozy up with us this winter to explore the thrilling history and surprising uses of tea! Discover how this drink changed the world and learn how drinking — or bathing — in tea may offer surprising benefits. Enjoy a Hot Toddy as you create your own tea-infused bath salts and body scrub to take home with you. $35 per person, $25 member. To register, visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Inside the CIA

Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station presents Inside the CIA from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. It’s not like the movies! Join former CIA officer Lester Paldy to learn about the Central Intelligence Agency’s mission, organization, and more. Open to all. To register, call 631-928-1212 or visit www.cplib.org.

Michael Serraino in concert

Northport Arts Coalition presents Michael Serraino in concert at the Northport Public Library, 151 Laurel Ave., Northport at 7 p.m. The pianist and vocalist trained in jazz, pop, and blues stylings will present his musical interpretations of the Great American Songbook as well as pop artists and singer-songwriter greats like Billy Joel, Elton John, and Barry Manilow. To register, call 631-261-6930.

Friday Jan. 10

HAC Art Reception – This event has been rescheduled to Jan. 17. 

Huntington Arts Council invites the community to its Master’s Showcase artist reception at the Main Street Gallery, 213 Main St., Huntington from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call 631-271-8423.

Adult Game Night

Celebrate St. James hosts a game night for adults at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 Second St., St. James from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Enjoy a fun night out with board games, card games, pizza, light refreshments and a hot chocolate bar. $15 donation. For tickets and more information, visit www.celebratestjames.org. 631-984-0201

Grounds and Sounds Concert

Grounds and Sounds Cafe at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket welcomes singer-songwriter Sam Robbins in concert at 8:15 p.m. Sam Robbins is often described as an “old soul singer-songwriter,” adding a modern, upbeat edge to the troubadour persona. Doors open at 7 p.m. with an open mic at 7:30 p.m.   Open mic starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person in advance at www.groundsandsounds.org, by calling 631-751-0297. Tickets are also available at the door on the evening of the event.  Snacks and soft drinks available for purchase; please bring your own wine for uncorking at the snack bar.

An Evening of Opera

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 270 Main St., Northport hosts a concert by Opera Night Long Island at 7:30 p.m. followed by a reception in the Fireside Lounge. $10 donation, students free. 631-261-8808

Saturday Jan. 11

Winter Wonderland Walks

It doesn’t have to be summer to enjoy the beach! The Town of Brookhaven will hold a Winter Wonderland Walk at the West Meadow Beach Pavilion in Stony Brook at 10 a.m. and at the Cedar Beach Nature Center in Mount Sinai at 2 p.m. Participants will discuss and observe the stark beauty of the beach and salt marsh in the cold season, discuss wildlife adaptations, identify plants and observe active winter wetlands. Free but registration is required by emailing [email protected].

Second Saturdays Poetry Reading

The Second Saturdays poetry series returns to historic All Souls Church in Stony Brook via Zoom from 11 a.m. to noon.  Jay Jii will be the featured poet followed by an open reading; all are welcome to read one of their own poems.  For more information, please call 631-655-7798.  Participants can access the program through the All Souls website https://www.allsouls-stonybrook.org/

Wilderness Survival Workshop

The Vanderbilt Museum 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport kicks off a 7-part Wilderness Survival Series with Ranger Eric Powers and Mike Evans today at 2 p.m.  and runs  once a month through July 12. Each workshop focuses on specific skills such as making cordage, shelter building, purifying water, and toolmaking. Perfect for those starting their survival skills journey or looking to deepen existing skills, these workshops offer a platform to learn, share experiences, and connect with a community of like-minded individuals. $50 per person, $45 members. To reserve your spot, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Saturdays at Six Concert

All Souls Church, 61 Main Street, Stony Brook continues its Saturdays at Six concert series with Stony Brook University doctorate alumnus Kathryn Vetter (clarinet/bass clarinet) at 6 p.m. The concert will feature works by living composers with a variety of musical styles, ranging from traditional classical music to contemporary classical works. Free. Please bring a can of food to donate if you want to help feed the hungry in our community. Call 631-655-7798 for more information.

Sunday Jan. 12

Homegrown String Band Concert

The Homegrown String Band will be celebrating their 28th anniversary performing as a family with a concert on Sunday, Jan. 12 at Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, 120 Main Street, Setauket at 2 p.m. Enjoy songs by the likes of the Carter Family, the Delmore Brothers, and Jimmie Rodgers, along with a tasty sprinkling of original material inspired by the rural American string band and folk traditions of the nineteenth, twentieth, and twenty-first centuries. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. To register, please call 631-941-4080.

Hokis Pokis in concert

The magic’s in the music! Long Island recording artists Hokis Pokis hit the stage with their incredible live performances of doo-wop, disco, Motown, and soul at Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station from 1:30 p.m to 3 p.m. Seating is limited. To register, call 631-928-1212 or visit www.cplib.org.

Take 2 in concert

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook  presents a concert by Take 2 from 3 to 4 p.m.   Candice Baranello and James O’Malley present contemporary acoustic, originals and folk music. The event is free with general admission ticket purchase. 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org 

Astronomy Night at Avalon

Avalon Nature Preserve in Stony Brook will host an Astronomy Night at its Skylab at Avalon Barn off Shep Jones Lane (Access is only available from 25A / North Country due to the Harbor Road closure) from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy a live observing session (weather permitting) focusing on the Moon, Jupiter, Mars, and many wintertime nebulae . Free. No registration necessary. 631-689-0619

Monday Jan. 13

Book Launch Party

The Chai Center, 501 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills will host a book launch event with author Yakov Saacks at 7 p.m. Join them for an insightful conversation with the author on his new book, Prescription for the Peace of Mind and enjoy a dessert bar. Autographed books will be available for sale. The event is free. RSVP requested here.

Tuesday Jan. 14

No events listed for this day.

Wednesday Jan. 15

Lonesome Traveler Musical

Lonesome Traveler, a narrative musical about legendary folk groups The Weavers and The Almanac Singers and featuring the songs of iconic folk singers Lee Hays, Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger will be performed by Ira Perlman and Denise Romas during the monthly Hard Luck Café concert series co-presented by the Folk Music Society of Huntington and the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Avenue, Huntington in the Cinema’s Sky Room from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Singer and guitarist Bill Lauter will open for the show.  An open mic, for which sign-up begins at 6:30 p.m., precedes the 8 p.m. show. Tickets are $20, $15 for Cinema Arts Centre/FMSH members and may be purchased online at cinemaartscentre.org or at the box office.

Thursday Jan. 16

Lunch & Learn

Huntington Historical Society continues its Lunch & Learn series with A 1920’s “Evening at the Theatre” with Marsha Collock, curator at the Village of Babylon Historical Society at Red Restaurant, 417 New York Ave., Huntington from noon to 2 p.m. Attention all flappers and sheiks! Travel back in time to 1923 for a night out at the theatre in Huntington. Gentlemen, grab your fedora and ladies, straighten your seams for a little history, a little vaudeville, a few films and a grand afternoon out. It will be the cat’s meow! Tickets are $55, $45 members and includes  a gourmet two-course meal and dessert. Cash bar available. To register, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

James Cagney Lecture

Northport Public Library, 151 Laurel Ave., Northport presents The Versatile James Cagney at 2 p.m.  James Cagney is best remembered as a tough guy and gangster in films such as The Public Enemy and Angels with Dirty Faces. Critics and audiences alike have considered his Academy Award-winning performance as George M. Cohan in Yankee Doodle Dandy to be his best film. His career spanned from vaudeville, musicals, and revues on Broadway in the 1920s, to a forty-year career in films. Join lecturer Marc Courtade for a special remembrance of this unique and versatile performer. To register, call 631-261-6930.

Atelier Art Reception

The Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield, Suite 6 & 9, St. James invites the community to an opening reception for its limited Artist Studio Clean-Out Exhibition from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. This show will include accessible artworks by the Atelier & students and instructors. All pieces on display will be priced under $500 and sized 18×24 or smaller. Coffee, cupcakes and cookies will be served. The show runs through Feb. 6. For more information, call 631-250-9009.

Audubon Society Lecture

Join the Four Harbors Audubon Society for its winter presentation, Birding to Change the World, via Zoom at 7 p.m. Guest speaker Trish O’Kane, author of Birding to Change the World: A Memoir, will share what birds can teach us about life, social change, and protecting the environment. To register, visit www.4has.org.

Film

All Night Horror Marathon

The CAC Screen Society presents a new all-night horror movie marathon at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington on Jan. 11 starting at 9:30 p.m. The marathon will feature screenings of 5 horror classics: The Toxic Avenger (1984), Nosferatu the Vampyre (1979), Society (1989), Phantasm (1979) & a bonus mystery film. Tickets are $50, $40 members. To order in advance, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

‘Dead Poet’s Society’

Walt Whitman Birthplace, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station kicks off 2025 with a Movie Night featuring a screening of Dead Poet’s Society on Jan. 16 at 6:30 p.m. Bring your own blankets. Popcorn and hot cocoa will be served. Free admission, $10 suggested donation. To RSVP, visit www.waltwhitman.org.

‘The Sixth Sense’

“I see dead people!” Join the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for a screening of The Sixth Sense on Jan. 17 at 9:30 p.m. When Dr. Malcolm Crowe, a distinguished child psychologist, meets Cole Sear, a frightened, confused, eight-year-old, Dr. Crowe is completely unprepared to face the truth of what haunts Cole. Dr. Crowe soon discovers that Cole has incredible sixth, he is visited by ghosts. The breakout film from director M. Night Shyamalan earned him Academy Award nominations for Best Director and Best Original Screenplay. Tickets are $16, $10 members. To purchase in advance, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

Theater

‘Forbidden Broadway’

Productions Over the Rainbow presents a mainstage production of Forbidden Broadway’s Greatest Hits at Seneca Middle School, 850 Main At., Holbrook on Jan. 11 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person and includes coffee, tea and dessert during intermission. To order, visit https://potr.ludus.com.

‘Crossing Delancey’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson continues its 54th season with Susan Sandler’s Crossing Delancey from Jan. 18 to Feb. 9. Isabel is an independent young woman living alone and working in a book shop. When not pining after a handsome author, she visits her grandmother in Manhattan’s Lower East Side. This spunky granny and her friend the matchmaker have found a “good catch” for Izzy, whose initial reluctance gives way to a blossoming romance when she finally meets Sam, the pickle vendor. A sincere, delightful, and loving comedy — fresh, timeless, and heart-warming.  Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, and $25 for children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘Heartbreak Hotel’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Heartbreak Hotel from Jan. 16 to March 2. The tribute to Elvis takes a closer look at the musical icon whose impact shaped the history of rock and roll as well as popular culture following him from his early days to his rise to become “The King of Rock and Roll.” Featuring over 40 Elvis hits and iconic songs including “That’s All Right,” “All Shook Up,” “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Burning Love,” “Good Rockin’ Tonight,” “Hound Dog,” “Love Me Tender,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Jail- house Rock,” “Are You Lonesome,” and “Blue Suede Shoes.” Tickets start at $80. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

Festival of One Act Plays

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents the 26th annual Festival of One-Act Plays at The Ronald F. Peierls Theatre on the Second Stage from March 8 to April 5. Featuring the world premieres of 7 one act plays. Tickets are $25. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘(Mostly) True Things’

(Mostly) True Things Storytelling show kicks off Valentine’s Day month with an all-comedy line-up of storytellers sharing true tales on the theme Bad Romance at The Performing Arts Studio, 224 E. Main St., Port Jefferson on Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. Featuring Ivy Eisenberg, Bryan Berlin, Brian Grossi, Sean Brown, and host Jude Treder-Wolff. Tickets are $20 online at www.mostlytruethings.com, $25 at the door (cash only).

Farmers Markets

Huntington Farmers Market

Spirit of Huntington Art Center, 2 Melville Road North, Huntington Station hosts the Long Island Winter Farmers Market every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from Jan. 5 through April 27. 631-470-9620

Port Jefferson Farmers Market

The Port Jefferson Winter Farmers Market returns to the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from Jan. 12 to the end of April. 631-802-216

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Cappuccino. Pixabay photo

By Bob Lipinski

Bob Lipinski

Italians have been sipping little cups of strong coffee for over 400 years, but the coffee we know as espresso — a thick, dark liquid with a foamy, creamy head, or crema dates from 1903. This is when machines (perfected simultaneously in Milan and Turin, Italy) made the rapid method of extraction possible.

The word espresso comes from the Italian for “fast,” since espresso results when pressure forces hot water through coffee grounds. Coffee was first brought to Italy in 1615 by Pietro della Valle. 

In 1938, a Milanese coffee-bar owner named Achille Gaggia added a hand-operated piston pump to the elaborate steam-powered espresso machines, then in use. Gaggia’s invention increased the extraction pressure and added body and complexity to an otherwise thin brew. Later refinements replaced the piston with an electric pump.

It is interesting to note that Italy is the world capital of espresso, yet not a single coffee bean grows there. Italy imports coffee beans for roasting and blending, from Africa, Central and South America.

Espresso has an intense black color, with a concentrated, strong coffee aroma, and a thick, long-lasting crema (pale chestnut, creamy froth head, which should hold sugar on its surface for a few seconds before penetrating the coffee). It has well-balanced flavors and good body, with a thick “mouthfeel,” and a pleasing, bitter aftertaste.

Espresso. Pixabay photo

Although popular in the United States, serving a twist of lemon peel with espresso is not customary in Italy.

The most popular types of espresso or “caffè” are:

Doppio (double): Two shots of espresso served in a single cup.

Lungo (long): A weaker espresso, made by adding water.

Latte: A milky espresso typically consumed in the morning.

Macchiato: A shot of espresso spotted or marked with a scoop of foamed milk on top.

Ristretto: A thicker (restricted) more concentrated version of espresso; made by using less water.

Corretto: A ristretto espresso that is corrected (volume) by adding grappa or other types of distilled spirits, liqueurs or bitters.

Cappuccino is an espresso coffee served with a creamy head made from steamed milk and foam. Cocoa or powdered chocolate is often sprinkled on top. In Italy, cappuccino is a morning drink enjoyed before or with breakfast, and not consumed after 11 a.m.

The history of cappuccino is shrouded in legend. According to one account, the name cappuccino originated as a tribute to Father Marco d’Aviano, a seventeenth-century Capuchin monk. Monks covered their heads with the pointed brown hoods of their cloaks, known as a cappuccio in Italian, which is similar in color to coffee with milk.

Bob Lipinski is the author of 10 books, including “101: Everything You Need To Know About Whiskey” and “Italian Wine & Cheese Made Simple” (available on Amazon.com). He consults and conducts training seminars on Wine, Spirits, and Food and is available for speaking engagements. He can be reached at www.boblipinski.com OR [email protected].

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IT’S ELECTRIC! The Three Village Electric Holiday Parade returns on Dec. 15. Photo courtesy of Three Village Rotary Club
Ongoing

Holiday Light Show

The Riverhead Holiday Light Show, 149 Edwards Ave., Calverton is back for its 7th season on various days from Nov. 15 to Dec. 31. The largest drive-through light show in Suffolk County features dozens of dazzling displays to delight the entire family! For schedule and tickets, visit www.holidaylightshow.com.

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 (except Dec. 25) from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free. 631-802-2160

Thursday Dec. 12

Garden of Lights

Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook will hold its 6th annual Garden of Lights: Once Upon a Snowfall  walk-through light show for all ages tonight and Dec. 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free but donations including nonperishables, pet supplies and toys accepted at the gate for those on need. 631-588-5024

Nutcracker Holiday Show

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will be presenting the Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn arrangement of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, one of the most often performed jazz versions of the holiday classic, today, Dec. 13, Dec. 19, Dec. 20 and Dec. 21 at 7 p.m.. The show will feature The Jazz Loft’s 17-piece Big Band, led by Tom Manuel, and Danny Bacher on vocals. Tickets are $40 adults, $35 seniors, $30 students and $25 children. www.thejazzloft.org

Friday Dec. 13

Garden of Lights

See Dec. 12 listing.

Winter Wonderland Holiday Festival

Spirit of Huntington Art Center, 2 Melville Road North, Huntington Station will hold a Winter Wonderland Holiday Festival today from noon to 3 p.m. and Dec. 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy musical performances, cookie and tree deocrating, hot chocolate, desserts, eggnog, custom train mural and layout and holiday craft fair (Saturday only). 

Drive Through Live Nativity

Stony Brook Christian Assembly, 400 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook will hold its annual Drive Through Live Nativity tonight and Dec. 14 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

Grounds and Sounds Concert

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket hosts a Grounds and Sounds concert featuring award-winning singer/songwriter Rupert Wates at 8:15 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m, with an open mic at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person at the door, by calling 631-751-0297 or at www.groundsandsounds.org.

Nutcracker Holiday Show

See Dec. 12 listing.

Holiday Concert

North Shore Community Band will hold its annual Holiday Concert at St. John the Baptist Church, 1488 North Country Road, Wading River at 7:30 p.m. Come and enjoy a fun and festive night of holiday music. Tap your toes, sing along, and listen to your seasonal favorites. Bring the children for a visit and a story by a very special guest!  Free admission. 

Avalon Astronomy Night

The Observatories at Avalon Nature Preserve, Shep Jones Lane, Stony Brook will host a live observing session, The Planets and the Moon, (weather permitting) from 8:30 p.m. till 10:30 pm.  Using their telescopes, they will be providing both digital and visual views of the Moon and the outer planets of our solar system.  Free. Dress for the weather. 631-689-0619

Saturday Dec. 14

Winter Wonderland Holiday Festival

See Dec. 13 listing.

Drive Through Live Nativity

See Dec. 13 listing.

Santa on the Farm

Santa returns to Long Island Game Farm, 489 Chapman Blvd., Manorville by popular demand. Meet the jolly fellow in the heated Woodland Hall today, Dec. 15, 21, and 22 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. to noon,  and 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Bring your camera to take treasured family photos, visit with the animals, and enjoy holiday crafts. $35 per person. www.longislandgamefarm.com

Northport Winter Craft Fair 

Northport High School, 154 Laurel Hill Road, Northport hosts the 31st annual Winter Craft Fair today and Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Long Island’s largest indoor craft fair showcases over 200 exhibitors featuring original art, photography, one of a kind crafted jewelry, woodcraft, textiles, apparel, personalized ornaments, organic specialties as olive oils, soaps, bath & body butters, jellies, chocolates and bakery delicacies, teas and local honey,  and much more. Free admission. 631-846-1459.

Holiday Gift Fair

Farmingville Residents Association will hold their annual Holiday Gift Fair at Gambino Catering Hall, 2005 Route 112, Medford from 10 am. to 4 p.m. Featuring over 50 vendors, live  music, Chinese auction, 50/50 raffle, and a visit from Santa. Free admission. 631-260-7411

Snow Globe Selfies

Drop by Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station to take a photo in a life-size snow globe provided courtesy of Mather Hospital and Northwell Health today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or Sunday, Dec. 15 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your own device for taking and saving photos. Snow globe holds 5 people; no high heels, please. No registration required. 631-928-1212

Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair

Comsewogue High School, 565 North Bicycle Path, Port Jefferson Station presents its 6th annual Craft and Vendor Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring over 50 vendors, student club fundraisers, pictures  with Santa and so much more. 631-474-8179

SBU Holiday Market

Stony Brook University, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook will host a Holiday Market in the Student Activities Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come shop for holiday gifts from local small business vendors. 

All Souls Poetry Reading

The Second Saturdays poetry series returns to All Souls Church via Zoom from 11 a.m. to noon. Wendy Trontz will be the featured poet. An open reading will follow; all are welcome to read one of their own poems.  For more information, please call 631-655-7798.  Participants can access the program through the All Souls website https://www.allsouls-stonybrook.org/

Holiday Gift Bazaar

Gallery North, 90 North Country Road, Setaukets presents their annual Holiday Gift Bazaar in the gallery and the Studio from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Featuring some of the area’s finest jewelry, textiles, pottery, and more! ‘Tis the season to shop local. 631-751-2676

Ronkonkoma Holiday Market

Station Yards, 9 Hawkins Ave., Ronkonkoma hosts a Holiday Market today and Dec. 21 around the Village Green from noon to 4 p.m. Shop from a curated selection of local vendors and artisans, offering unique gifts, handmade goods, and seasonal treats—perfect for holiday gifting and supporting our community’s small businesses.

Interplay Jazz Orchestra Family Show

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook presents an Interplay Jazz Orchestra Family Show at 1 p.m. The 17-piece big band co-directed by Joe Devassy, trombone & Gary Henderson, trumpet is a Jazz Loft tradition. This is a wonderful concert to introduce live Jazz to children and grandchildren. It’s a holiday family affair! $40 adults, $35 seniors, $30 students. And $25 for children. www.thejazzloft.org

Holiday Craft Fair

Looking for one of a kind, homemade holiday gifts? Backstage Studio of Dance, 200 Wilson St., Port Jefferson Station presents their 2nd annual Holiday Craft Fair from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Shop from over 40 vendors, take photos with Santa, and sign up for holiday workshops including cookie decorating and ornament making. 631-502-3643

Vanderbilt Candlelight Tour

Enjoy some holiday magic on an evening Candlelight Tour of the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s decorated Spanish Revival waterfront mansion, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Renowned designer and author Tricia Foley has decorated eight mansion rooms. The Asharoken, Centerport, Dix Hills, Nathan Hale, and Three Village garden clubs have decorated an additional eight rooms. $15 per person. www.vanderbiltmuseum.org

Lantern Light Tour

The Greater Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce invites you to celebrate the holiday season with the Port Jefferson Lantern Light Tour from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tour 3 holiday decorated homes in Port Jefferson Village, visit an outdoor hospitality home offering beverages & snacks and tour the holiday decorated Mather House Museum. $40 per person. Other packages also available.  Rain date is Dec. 15. To order, call 631-473-1414 or visit www.portjeffchamber.com.

Tricycle Trio in Concert

First United Methodist Church, 603 Main St., Port Jefferson hosts the Tricycle Family Trio Holiday Concert at 7:30 p.m. Join Andrew, Cole and Andie Fortier for a night of music, love, family and friends. Tickets are $30, $20 for students. Advance sale only by visiting www.gpjac.org.

LISCA Winter Concert

The Long Island Symphonic Choral Association presents their annual winter concert, Into the Light, at St. James R.C. Church, 429 Route 25A, East Setauket at 8 p.m. Under the direction of Richard Foley, the program will include works by Bernstein, Brahms, Sweelinck, Hagerman and Rutter accompanied by a 16-piece orchestra. Reception with refreshments to follow. Tickets, available at the door (cash or check) or at www.lisca.org are $25 adults, $20 seniors, free for students, $10 for livestream. 

LIGMC Holiday Concert

The Long Island Gay Men’s Chorus presents its “Make a Joyful Noise” holiday concerts, featuring songs about the joy of singing and the hopeful spirit of the season, at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 available online at ligmc.org/concerts  and  at the door.

Caroline Campbell in Concert

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook presents violinist Caroline Campbell (pop rock) in concert in the Recital Hall at 8 p.m. With special guest pianist Chloe Flower. Tickets range from $58 to $71. To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Northport Charity Concert

The Viki Sorrentino Foundation (VSF) presents its second annual Holiday Concert,“The Night Before Christmas,” in the Joshua Hartt Room located at the First Presbyterian Church, 330 Main St.,  Northport at 7 p.m. Join them for an evening filled with holiday cheer and musical celebration, all while raising vital funds for the VSF scholarship program. www.thevsf.org. Snacks and desserts will be served. $15 per person at the door.

Sunday Dec. 15

Santa on the Farm

See Dec. 7 listing.

Northport Winter Craft Fair

See Dec. 14 listing.

Snow Globe Selfies

See Dec. 14 listing.

Holiday Party for Wildlife

Join Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown for a Sunday Funday Holiday Party for Wildlife on Dec. 15 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Get into the holiday spirit with live music, animal presentations, photo ops with special wildlife guests and fun holiday crafts. Bring a small gift for wildlife (wish list is on website). $15 per child, $5 per adult. Register at www.sweetbriarnc.org.

Northport Walking Tour

Join the Northport Historical Society, 215 Main St., Northport for a Historic Main Street Walking Tour with guide Dan Sheehan at 1:30 p.m. Travel back in time as you hear the stories of the people and landmarks that helped shape Northport, including Jack Kerouac, the Northport Oyster Barons, Rum Runners and the Trolley.All ages welcome. $15 per person. To register, visit www.northporthistorical.org. 631-757-9859

Dickens in the Gallery

Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook presents Dickens in the Gallery from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Stop by the Carriage Museum to meet roaming costumed street characters from the Dickensian era as they magically transform the galleries into London of a bygone century. Included with museum admission. In collaboration with the Greater Port Jefferson Arts Council. www.longislandmuseum.org.

Island Sound Brass Quintet Concert

Le Petit Salon de Musique at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket continues its concert series with a holiday celebration by the Island Sound Brass Quintet at 2 p.m. Featuring Daniel Jones, Matthew Verso, Shaun Cagney, Noah Fotis-Larsen and Matthew Nienow, the program features Christmas carols and more. Tickets in advanace and at the door are $20 adults, $15 students, $10 ages 12 and under. lepetitsalon.org

Wishing Tree Lighting

Celebrate St. James hosts a Wishing Tree Lighting at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 2nd Street, St. James at 4 p.m. Take part in a holiday sing-along with Lighthouse Theatre, enjoy hot chocolate and cider and  browse the CSJ gift shop. To register, visit www.celebratestjames.org. 631-984-0201

Electric Holiday Parade

The Three Village Rotary presents the Annual Holiday Parade along Main Stree and Route 25A in Setauket at 5 p.m.  This year’s parade will showcase a variety of illuminated floats, music and entertainment, creating a magical evening for families and residents of all ages. Parade kicks off at Setauket Elementary School and ends at Setauket Veteran’s Memorial Park. Pre-Parade Festivities begin at 4:30 p.m. at Setauket Pond Park. Rain date is Dec. 22. www.3vholidayparade.com

Sunday Street Concert at the LIM

The Long Island Museum, WUSB 90.1 FM and The Greater Port Jefferson Arts Council present the last Sunday Street concert of 2024, “Byrds Fly South,” at the Long Island Museum’s Gillespie Room, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook on Sunday, Dec. 15 at 5 p.m. The concert will celebrating the songs of The Byrds featuring ‘Full Circle’ (Pete Mancini, Rich Lanahan, Gerry McKeveny, Mark Mancini, and Bill Herman) and special guests. Advance tickets are $21 at www.sundaystreet.org with tickets at the door for $25 (cash only) or click here.

Sing Noel! Concert

St. John’s Episcopal Church, 12 Prospect St., Huntington presents Sing Noel!, a concert of songs, carols and stories, at 7 p.m. with soprano Lynn Norris; mezzo-soprano Leslie Valentine, tenor Douglas Purcell, bass Larry Long, and Christine Doré on piano. Meet the artists and enjoy some holiday cheer after the concert. Tickets are $20 adults, $10 seniors, students and veterans. To order, visit www.stjohnshuntington.org/concerts. 631-427-1752

Monday Dec. 16

No events listed for this day.

Tuesday Dec. 17

NSJC Social Club event

North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to a Holiday Sing Along at 11 a.m. Listening to good songs is nice but nothing raises your spirits than actually singing  — it’s good for your soul and your health. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737

Wednesday Dec. 18

No events listed for this day.

Thursday Dec. 19

Nutcracker Holiday Show

See Dec. 12 listing.

Live Nativity

Caroline Episcopal Church, 1 Dyke Road Setauket will present a live Nativity from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Witness the miracle of Christmas in the church’s historic carriage shed, with real barn animals (courtesy of Steppin’ Out Ponies), Christmas music, roasted marshmallows and hot chocolate for all! Free. 631-941-4245

Native American Drumming

All Souls Church Rectory, 5 Mill Pond Road, Stony Brook hosts an evening of Native American Drumming Meditation from 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Led by elder drummer, Ric Statler, drumming meditation seeks to integrate the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual parts of the human self, creating a state of well-being.  Call 631-655-7798 for more information.

Dance

Nutcracker Ballet  

Seiskaya Ballet’s Nutcracker returns to Staller Center’s Main Stage, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook on Friday, Dec. 20 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 21 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 22 at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tickets are $45 and $38 for children under 12 and seniors aged 62+. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit nutcrackerballet.com.

Theater

‘Winter Wishes’

Saints Philip and James R.C. Church, 1 Carow Place, St. James presents a holiday musical cabaret, Holiday Wishes, on Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $25 adtuls, $20 seniors, $10 teens, $5 children ages 12 and under. To order, call 516-272-6597

‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’

Step into a world of pure imagination this holiday season as the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory from Nov. 14 to Dec. 29. Join young Charlie Bucket and four other lucky Golden Ticket winners as they embark on an unforgettable journey through Willy Wonka’s magical candy factory. With beloved songs from the 1971 film, this production promises to be a treat for the entire family. For tickets, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. 

‘A Christmas Carol’

“I will honor Christmas in my heart…” Celebrate the season with the 40th annual production of A Christmas Carol at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 9 to Dec. 28. Follow the miser Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey that teaches him the meaning of Christmas — past, present, and future. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, $25 children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘It’s A Wonderful Life’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents It’s A Wonderful Life from Dec. 7 to 29. Based on the story “The Greatest Gift” by Philip Van Doren Stern, this beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. Tickets are $35 adults, $32 seniors, and $25 students. To order, call 800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org. See review on page B16.

‘A Christmas Carol’

The Minstrel Players present their annual production of A Christmas Carol at Houghton Hall, Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport on Dec. 13 and 14 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. To order, call 516-361-7232.

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A 3D constructed building in Ukraine. Photo courtesy of Utu (Ukraine)

By Daniel Dunaief

Instead of discarding concrete from damaged or destroyed buildings during Russia’s attack on Ukraine, Alexander Orlov, Professor in Materials Science & Chemical Engineering at Stony Brook University wants to try to figure out ways to recycle these materials to create new and desperately needed shelters.

Alexander Orlov. Photo courtesy of SBU

Leading a team of researchers in the United States, Poland and Ukraine, Orlov received about $700,000 worth of funding from the National Science Foundation, the Office of Naval Research, and the Polish National Science Centre to develop ways to create these potentially life-saving structures by using three-dimensional printers.

Far larger than the desktop printers, these three-dimensional printers build one layer of a building at a time, reducing the time and labor needed in construction. 

The idea behind the project is to “turn the tragedy of these damaged buildings into new structures,” said Orlov.

In some cases, these buildings could be cheaper and faster than conventional construction methods.

“This research will address challenges in building resilient and sustainable infrastructure by using novel, inexpensive and energy efficient solutions,” Marija Krstic, assistant professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Stony Brooks said in a statement.

The family of Ukrainian soldier Yaroslav Berezov, who died during the beginning of the Russian invasion, received the first 3D printed house earlier this year, according to the Odessa Journal.

The walls of the house were printed in 58 machine hours, as the printer laid down the inside and outside of the house at the same time.

The idea of doing 3D printing is becoming more popular in Ukraine. The leader in this type of printing is a company called COBOD, which used the technique to rebuild a school in the city of Lviv. The school, which has weatherproof construction and is expected to last for more than 20 years, has four classrooms with a capacity for 100 students.

One layer at a time

Orlov explained that the 3D printing process acts like an ice cream machine, as it lays down one layer of a building at a time with material squeezed through a cone.

In the design of these structures, the machine pauses for some length of time — five or 10 minutes in some cases — to ensure that the layer is strong enough to support additional weight. The structure also requires some time to settle, which could be about two weeks, before adding heavier objects, such as a roof.

Assistant professor Marija Krstic in the Department of Civil Engineering along with a graduate student. Photo from SBU

The machines use waste and add it to a cement mix to form concrete.

In this project, the research is focused on a proof of concept that Ukrainian construction companies might use to build additional homes or shelters.

The National Science Foundation is providing $300,000 in funding for Orlov’s portion of the work.

Stony Brook University is building a 3D printer and is adding parts to it to make it more efficient and reliable. Poland is also purchasing a printer while Ukraine already has one.

The Office of Naval Research is providing funding directly to Ukraine and the Polish National Science Centre is supporting efforts in that country.

“The Navy supports disaster relief and typically offers assistance in any part of the world” after catastrophes including hurricanes and earthquakes, Orlov said.

It takes about two to three days to build a building the size of a house. The process still requires manual labor to add the roof because it has different materials.

The timing of the research is particularly important because of the escalating scale of Russian attacks and amid the approach of winter. People in the capital of Kyiv endure seven hours of bombing each night. The civilian experience is similar to what people in London experienced during World War II, when they hid in shelters and had to be quiet amid the shattering of buildings.

Ukraine has lost about 50 percent of its energy infrastructure, a number that is likely to climb even as colder weather descends on the country. The estimated cost to repair that energy infrastructure is about $60 billion and is likely to climb as the war continues, Orlov added.

Without energy and heat, “this could be the worst winter in the history of the country,” Orlov said.

In developing ways to build these structures, Orlov hopes to create buildings that are mechanically the same or better than traditional homes and with thermal properties that are increasingly important amid temperature extremes.

The biggest challenge for scientists and engineers is that these buildings may not be reproducible, depending on the different available materials. The researchers need to figure out if they can have high-quality printing from different sources.

Personal experience

For Orlov, the horrors of war and the threat of injury and death are all too real. He extracted his mother Tetiana and his father Mykhailo, out of Kyiv, where their apartment windows were blown out after a Russian rocket leveled a nearby five-story building.

Orlov’s parents are struggling even on Long Island, where the sound from nearby fire station causes them to try to run and hide each time they hear the alarm. Motorcycle noises, which have the same vibrating hum as Iranian drones, also terrify them.

Project origins

The research Orlov is doing started when he was working with a Polish researcher. Orlov saw the funding opportunity and reached out to professors in Kyiv to ask how he could help. The researchers worked together to write the proposal.

Orlov, who works in the Consortium for Inter-Disciplinary Environmental Research and has secondary appointments in the Chemistry Department, the Institute for Advanced Computational Science, the Advanced Energy Center, and the Department of Technology and Society, is spending considerably more time than he expected on this project. That, he said, comes in part from the need to cross cultural barriers in working with people from different countries.

Any construction of 3D printed shelters would face the challenge of finding energy to power these machines. Some of that power could come from mobile generators, while the printers could also use intermittent power.

“There are unique challenges that have to be tested during the war,” Orlov explained.

At each of the research sites, students have the opportunity to contribute to the project. Stony Brook has two faculty members and several graduate students who are involved at this point.

Orlov is hoping to provide Ukrainian companies with recipes that might lead to the construction of these shelters.

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TIME TO RUN YOUR TAILFEATHERS OFF! The 17th annual Nissequogue River State Park Foundation’s 5k Turkey Trot will be held on Thanksgiving Day at 9 a.m. Photo by Karen Forman
Ongoing

Holiday Light Show

The Riverhead Holiday Light Show, 149 Edwards Ave., Calverton is back for its 7th season on various days from Nov. 15 to Dec. 31. The largest drive-through light show in Suffolk County features dozens of dazzling displays to delight the entire family! For schedule and tickets, visit www.holidaylightshow.com.

Thursday Nov. 21

The Parlor of Mystery

Theatre Three, 412 Main St. Port Jefferson presents an evening of magic and wonder with The Parlor of Mystery at 7 p.m. This captivating show promises an unparalleled experience that combines mind-bending illusions, jaw-dropping magic, and side-splitting comedy. Featuring Bob Baker, Carl Mercurio and host Mike Maione. Tickets are $40. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

Native American Drumming

All Souls Parish House, 10 Mill Pond Road, Stony Brook hosts an evening of Native American Drumming Meditation from 7 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Led by elder drummer Ric Statler, drumming meditation seeks to integrate the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual parts of the human self, creating a state of well-being. 631-655-7798

Vanderbilt Lecture

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport continues its lecture series at the Reichert Planetarium at 7 p.m. Historian Jeffrey I. Richman will give a narrated slideshow, Building the Brooklyn Bridge, including many one-of-a-kind 3D images of the bridge as it was being built, projected onto the planetarium dome. All attendees will receive 3D glasses free of charge to help them enjoy this unique experience. Tickets are $10. To register, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Starry Nights at SBU

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook presents Starry Nights in the Recital Hall at 7 p.m. Enjoy enchanting chamber music performance featuring masterful musicians from the Stony Brook University Department of Music, featuring Hagai Shaham on violin, and Colin Carr on cello. Tickets range from $49 to $56. To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Friday Nov. 22

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., and Nov.  18 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).

Sound Symphony Concert

The Sound Symphony Orchestra directed by Maestro Dorothy Savitch will be performing at Comsewogue High School, 565 Bicycle Path, Port Jefferson Station at 7:30 p.m. Program includes Prokofiev’s Symphony No. 5; Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3, featuring 2024 Concerto Competition Winner John Han; and Coleridge Taylor’s Danse Negré. Admission is $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students, children under 12 free. www.soundsymphony.org

Northport Symphony Concert

The Northport Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Music Director Eric Mahl, presents the first concert of its 2024-2025 season at Northport High School  154 Laurel Hill Road, Northport tonight at 8 p.m. Program will include Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9, “From the New World,” “Overture to The Song of Hiawatha” by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor and the “Capriccio Bohèmiene” by Rachmaninoff. Tickets are $15. www.northportsymphony.org.

Friday Night Face Off

Long Island’s longest running Improv Comedy Show, Friday Night Face Off, returns to Theatre Three’s Second Stage, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson tonight at 10:30 p.m. Using audience suggestions, FNFO pits two teams of improvisers against each other in an all-out championship! Recommended for ages 16 and up, due to adult content. Tickets are $15 at the door, cash only. 631-928-9100

Saturday Nov. 23

Holiday Train Show

See Nov. 22 listing.

Free Turkey for Veterans

Team EVA (Every Veteran Appreciated) will be handing out free frozen turkeys with a bag of canned goods to all veterans at the Elks Lodge, 41 Horseblock Road, Centereach from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. First come/first serve at this drive up event. For more information, visit GoTeamEva.org.

Brookhaven Polar Bear Plunge

Town of Brookhaven will host the 15th 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.

Holiday Craft Show

Brick Clay Studio and Gallery, 2 Flowerfield, Suites 57 & 60, St. James will hold an opening reception for its Holiday Craft Show today and Nov. 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop for unique handmade gifts while enjoying light refreshments. Take a chance on a raffle with proceeds donated to Long Island Cares. Gift certificates and take home clay kits also available. Sale runs through Dec. 22. https://thebrickstudio.org

Walt Whitman H.S. Craft Fair

Walt Whitman High School, 301 West Hills Road, Huntington Station presents its 23rd 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. $2 admission for ages 13 and up. 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

Santaport

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, toys, children’s crafts, gift basket silent auction, Men’s World bargains, White Elephant treasures, holiday music and more. Bring your camera for free photos with Santa 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. 

Artist Reception & Pop-Up Event

Join the Reboli Center for Art & History, 64 Main St., Stony Brook for an artist reception for its annual holiday exhibit, Celebrate the Season, and shop the latest collections of K.Reboli Fine Jewelry and Old  Field Apothecary from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sample wines from Suhru & Lieb Vineyards or snag some hot cocoa. Light snacks will be served. No reservations are required to attend this free family-friendly event. 631-751-7707

Holiday Craft Fair

The New Interdisciplinary School, 430 Sills Road, Yaphank will hold a Holiday Craft Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Join them for holiday shopping from over 50 vendors along with raffles, children’s activities, face painting, food trucks and more. Free admission, 631-924-5583

Historical Walk

Join Town of Brookhaven’s Historian Barbara Russell and Three Village Historical Society’s Bev Tyler for a historical walk at West Meadow Beach, Trustees Road, Stony Brook at 11 a.m. Take a special look into the past as you walk, observe and discuss West Meadow Beach and Creek, learning of the natural and cultural history of this unique location. Free but registration is required by emailing [email protected].

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 at 7 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

Jackie Evancho in Concert

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook presents Jackie Evancho: My Story in the Recital Hall at 8 p.m.  Join the singer as she takes you on her musical journey from being a 10-year-old “America’s Got Talent” phenomenon to becoming a chart-topping platinum selling artist. Prices range from $53 to $76. To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Sunday Nov. 24

Holiday Train Show

See Nov. 22 listing.

Holiday Craft Show

See Nov. 23 listing.

Northport Walking Tour

Northport Historical Society, 215 Main St., Northport presents a Historic Main Street Walking Tour at 1:30 p.m. Join local historian Dan Sheehan as he weaves the tale of Northport’s Historic Business District during this lively walking tour of Main Street. Travel back in time as you hear the stories of the people and landmarks that helped shape Northport, including Jack Kerouac, the Northport Oyster Barons, Rum Runners and the Trolley. All ages welcome. $7 per person at www.northporthistorical.org.

CAC welcomes Adam Nimoy

Join director and author Adam Nimoy, the son of legendary actor Leonard Nimoy, at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington at 2:30 p.m. for a screening and discussion of his acclaimed documentary film, For the Love of Spock, and new memoir The Most Human: Reconciling with My Father, Leonard Nimoy. Tickets are $28 and  include film screening, interview with audience Q&A, and book signing reception with live musical entertainment. Copies of his new memoir, The Most Human: Reconciling with My Father, Leonard Nimoy, are available to bundle with the film program or at the box office. www.cinemaartscentre.org.

Monday Nov. 25

St. Vincent de Paul fundraiser

John Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport will host A Concert In Gratitude, a musical event honoring Northport’s own music educators, Dana Warren and Marie Michalopoulos, and celebrating the town’s rich musical heritage, at 7 p.m. With performances by The Warren Five & Guests, The Blast, The Little Wilson Band, The Jack Daniels Band, Tricycle, Steve & Sandy Edwards and Natalie Seus & Steve Messina. All proceeds will support St. Vincent de Paul. Tickets are available on the theater’s website, www.engemantheater.com under the “Events” tab, listed as Third Party Events. Prices range from $50 to $75. 

Tuesday Nov. 26

NSJC Social Club event

North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to a lecture on the human brain by historian Saul Fathi in the Social Hall at 11 a.m. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737

An Afternoon of Bingo!

The Rose Caracappa Senior Center, 739 Route 25A, Mt. Sinai will hold a free Bingo event for Town of Brookhaven residents age 60 and older from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sponsored by All American Assisted Living. For more information or to register, please call 631-451-5312.

Stand-up Comedy at the CAC

Stand-Up/Sit-Down’s live comedy series returns to the Cinema Arts Centre with  great night of stand-up with comedian Joey Kola at 8 p.m.  Following the comedy show, Kola will “Sit-Down” with host Steven Taub to share stories about his career. Tickets are $35, $25 members. www.cinemaartscentre.org.

Wednesday Nov. 27

Community Blood Drive

It’s the season of giving. The Town of Smithtown will host a blood drive by New York Blood Center at the  Eugene A. Cannataro Senior Citizen Center, 420 Middle Country Road, Smithtown from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Every donor will receive a shirt as a gift. To make an appointment, call 1-800-688-0900 or visit www.nybc.org. Walk-ins welcome.

Port Jefferson Tree Lighting

Join the Port Jefferson Business Improvement District (BID) for their 3rd annual Christmas Tree Lighting at the intersection of Broadway and East Broadway in the Village of Port Jefferson at 6 p.m. Watch Santa light the tree and enjoy live holiday music by Erik McCormack from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and a performance by Shine Dance Company with free hot chocolate and candy canes. www.portjeff.com

Thursday Nov. 28
Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving Foot Races

Miller Avenue School, 3 Miller Ave., Shoreham will host the 43rd annual Shoreham-Wading River Thanksgiving Foot Races at 8 a.m. with 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 17th 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 $45 day of race, $15 fun run. Call 631-629-4950 visit www.townwidefund.org.

Smithtown Kickers Turkey Trot

10th annual Smithtown Kickers 5k Turkey Trot starts at Smithtown Elementary School, 51 Lawrence Ave., Smithtown at 9 a.m. with awards for top finishers in each age group. Choices include 1 mile Family Fun Run for $15 ad Turkey Trot 5k for $25 in advance by Nov. 27, $35 day of race. www.smithtownkickers.com.

Free Thanksgiving dinners in our community:

◆ The Steam Room, 4 East Broadway, Port Jefferson will once again offer a complimentary turkey dinner with all the trimmings for dine in guests only on Nov. 28 from noon to 5 p.m., courtesy of owner Vinny Seiter. For more information, call 631-928-6690.

◆ Word of Truth Church, 208 Jamaica Ave., Medford will serve a Thanksgiving dinner on Nov. 28 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Please RSVP at 631-806-0614 (call/text) by Nov. 24. 

◆ Central Presbyterian Church, 240 Main St., Huntington invites the community to join them for a Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov. 28 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy appetizers, roasted turkey with all the trimmings, desserts and beverages. Limited takeout and delivery also available. RSVP by Nov. 27 by calling 631-421-3663.

◆ Church of the Harvest, 572 Raynor Ave., Riverhead will host a free Thanksgiving Day dinner on Nov. 28 at 11 a.m. A full turkey dinner with all the trimmings will be available to all those alone or in need. For more information, call 631-727-1977. 

Theater

‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’

Step into a world of pure imagination this holiday season as the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory from Nov. 14 to Dec. 29. Join young Charlie Bucket and four other lucky Golden Ticket winners as they embark on an unforgettable journey through Willy Wonka’s magical candy factory. With beloved songs from the 1971 film, this production promises to be a treat for the entire family. For tickets, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. See review on page B11.

‘A Christmas Carol’

“I will honor Christmas in my heart…” Celebrate the season with the 40th annual production of A Christmas Carol at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 9 to Dec. 28. Follow the miser Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey that teaches him the meaning of Christmas — past, present, and future. Tickets are $25 through November; $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, $25 children ages 5 to 12 in December. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘Annie Warbucks’

Community Playhouse of Northport presents Annie Warbucks at the Brosnan Theater at 158 Laurel Avenue, Northport on Nov. 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 24 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. To order, visit www.communityplayhousenorthport.org. 631-683-8444

‘It’s A Wonderful Life’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents It’s A Wonderful Life from Dec. 7 to 29. Based on the story “The Greatest Gift” by Philip Van Doren Stern, this beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. Tickets are $35 adults, $32 seniors, and $25 students. To order, call 800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘A Christmas Carol’

The Minstrel Players present their annual production of A Christmas Carol at Houghton Hall, Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport on Dec. 13 and 14 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. To order, call 516-361-7232.

Film

‘The Philadelphia Story’

As part of its Comic Gems series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave, Huntington presents a screening of The Philadelphia Story (1940) on Nov. 25 at 7:30 p.m. After a rich woman’s ex-husband and a tabloid-type reporter turn up just before her planned remarriage, she begins to learn the truth about herself. A convergence of golden-age talent featuring Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant, Jimmy Stewart and John Howard, this fast-talking screwball comedy is one of the greatest American films of all time. Tickets are $16, $10 members. www.cinemaartscentre.org

Class Reunion

— Ward Melville High School Class of 2014 will hold its 10 year reunion at The Waterview, 44 Fairway Drive, Port Jefferson on Nov. 30 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tickets are  $100 — plus ones allowed. Includes open bar, passed appetizers, and dinner. Please email [email protected] for the link to purchase tickets.

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Ongoing

Circus Vazquez Comes to Town

Circus Vazquez brings a thrilling new 2024 production to the Walt Whitman Shops, 160 Walt Whitman Road,  Huntington Station from Nov. 1 to 11. Blending the modern with the traditional, and featuring a brand new cast of extraordinary circus superstars, Circus Vazquez presents unforgettable entertainment that is fun for all ages. After the show, the audiences is invited to meet some of the circus stars. Weekday performances are set for 7 p.m. while Saturday and Sunday performances are scheduled for 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are available at www.CircusVazquez.com.

Thursday Nov. 7

Energize Long Island Conference

PSEG Long Island will hold its annual Energize Long Island conference at the Hilton Long Island/Huntington, 598 Broadhollow Road, Melville from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature more than a dozen educational workshops to help attendees reduce their carbon footprint, maximize efficient energy usage and cultivate renewable energy resources. along with a vendor showcase. Keynote speaker will be New York Mets’ Ron Darling. Registration is free for PSEG Long Island customers at www.energizelongisland.com.

Atelier Art Reception

The Atelier at Flowerfield, 2 Flowerfield, St. James invites the community to the opening reception for its 5th Annual Atelier Invitation, a juried show for guest artists, in Atelier Hall from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The show runs through Dec. 12. For more information, call 631-250-9009.

Kristallnacht at the Chai Center – THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED

The Chai Center, 501 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills will present Kristallnacht commemoritve program at 7 p.m. This year’s commemorative event is featuring special guest, Rene Zuroff, who hid in potato fields with her family while being hunted by the Nazis. Come hear her story. No charge for this event, donations appreciated. To RSVP, visit www.thechaicenter.com.

Friday Nov. 8

Ray Lambiase in Concert

Grounds and Sounds Cafe at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Stony Brook, 380 Nicolls Rd, East Setauket welcomes veteran singer-songwriter Ray Lambiase to the stage on Friday, Nov. 8. Doors open at 7 p.m. Open mic starts at 7:30pm followed by the featured artist at 8:15 p.m. Tickets are $20 at www.groundsandsounds.org or call 631-751-0297.  Tickets are are also available at the door on the evening of the event.  Snacks and soft drinks available for purchase; please bring your own wine for uncorking at the snack bar.

An Evening of Opera

St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 270 Main St., Northport presents Opera Night Long Island in concert at 7:30 p.m. with a reception to follow in the fellowship lounge. $10 donation, students free. 631-261-8808

Saturday Nov. 9

Holiday Market

The popular Holiday Market returns to Mt. Sinai Congregational Church, 233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Get a jump on your holiday shopping with over 20 vendors, delicious baked goods, crafts, holiday decorations, raffles and amazing basket auctions. The Red Barn Thrift Store next door will be open for shopping as well. Free admission. Call 631-473-1582 for additional information.

Christmas Craft Fair

St. James Lutheran Church Parish Hall, 230 Second Ave., St. James hosts a Christmas Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with over 40 vendors, bake sale, quilt raffle, food and more. 631-584-5212

Hauppauge Craft & Gift Fair

Time to shop! Hauppauge High School, 500 Lincoln Blvd., Hauppauge will host its annual Craft & Gift Fair today and Nov. 10 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

Second Saturdays Poetry Reading

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

Historical Society Lecture

Huntington Historical Society presents a lecture titled My Weeping Friends Remember Me with Karen Martin & Barbara La Monica in the Conklin Barn, 2 High St., Huntington from 2 to 4 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about funeral custom traditions of the past, view a selection of funerary items from the museum’s collections, and sample traditional mourning refreshments. Tickets are $30, $25 members. To register, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

Post-Halloween Party Fundraiser

North Shore Beach Property Owners Association invites the community to a post-Halloween Party fundraiser at the at 7 p.m. at the North Shore Beach Clubhouse, 55 Clubhouse Drive, Rocky Point at 7 p.m. Costumes are welcomed for those still feeling the spooky season. Proceeds will help repair the local storm-damaged roads. Tickets are $40 online at northshorebeach.org or at the door.

Night at the Races

Join the Selden Fire Department, 44 Woodmere Blvd., Selden for its semi-annual Night at the Races fundraiser at 6 p.m. $10 donation includes entry into the event as well as complimentary beer, wine, soda and hot dogs. Coffee, tea and cake will be served for dessert. 631-732-1234

Pasta Dinner & Basket Auction

Friends of Troop 272 are hosting a Holiday Pasta Dinner and Basket Auction fundraising event at Carew Hall at St. Joseph’s Church, 45 Church St., Ronkonkoma from 6:15 to 9:30 p.m. $15 admission includes pasta, meatballs, bread, salad, water and dessert with amazing baskets and 50/50 raffle to bid on. To purchase tickets in advance, email [email protected]. 

Cirque Kalabanté heads to SBU

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook presents Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque on the Main Stage at 7 p.m. This vibrant African cultural performance features gravity-defying acrobatic stunts accompanied by live Afro-Jazz, percussion, and kora. Tickets range from $48 to $71. To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Sunday Nov. 10

Hauppauge Craft & Gift Fair

See Nov. 9 listing.

Car Show Fundraiser

Centurion Cruisers Car Club and American Legion Post 1244 will host The Al Statton Memorial Operation Enduring Car Benefit Car Show at Walt Whitman High School, 301 West Hills Road, Huntington Station  from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. $20 donation per vehicle, free for spectators. 516-650-9095

Veteran’s Day Panel Discussion

Northport Historical Society, 215 Main Street, Northport continues its Sunday at the Society series with Veterans — In the Trenches, a panel discussion with Jack Mclean and Joan Furey at 1 p.m. These esteemed veterans will reflect on their experiences in the trenches as well as their powerful journeys of recovery and advocacy in the years since. The program will be moderated by veteran Alan Vitters, Vice President of the Northport Historical Society Board of Trustees. Free admission. To register, visit www.northporthistorical.org.

Marc Black in Concert

Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to Boppa Chua! A History of the 1950s and 60s Through Song, a trip through these memorable and colorful decades, joyfully woven together in song in a multi-media performance, with musician Marc Black  from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Call 631-928-1212 or visit www.cplib.org to register.

Project 20 in concert

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook  presents a concert by Project 20 from 3 to 4 p.m.  The well-seasoned five piece rock band with 3 guitars, bass & drums will play an eclectic mix of classic rock and original music. The event is free with general admission ticket purchase. 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org. 

Brooks Williams in Concert

WUSB’s Sunday Street Series continues at the Long Island Museum’s Gillespie Room, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook with a performance by  Brooks Williams at 5  p.m. A long-overdue return visit from this amazing bluesman’s musical vision spans continents and genres, blues, jazz, slide, finger-style, with funky chords, walking bass lines and fiery riffs played on acoustic, resonator and even cigar box guitars. Bob Westcott will open this show. Advance sale $26* at www.sundaystreet.org with tickets at the door for $30 (cash only).

Strings Under the Stars

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport presents a live performance by the Long Island Chamber Music’s string quartet at 5 p.m. Relax and unwind as these talented musicians perform an immersive program of introspective classical music for string quartet paired with planetarium visuals of the cosmos projected onto a sixty-foot dome. Tickets are $30 in advance at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org, $35 at the door. 

Monday Nov. 11

Sheep Shearing Demonstrations

Join Tabbethia Haubold-Magee of Long Island Yarn & Farm for a fleece to fiber and sheep shearing demonstration at Suffolk County Farm, 350 Yaphank Road, Yaphank from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Learn about the sheep on the farm and their wool, pet and feed a sheep, enjoy a craft and take a wagon ride. $20 per person, children ages 2 and under are free. Pre-registration required at www.eventbrite.com. 631-852-4600

Sound Beach Civic Meeting

Join the Sound Beach Civic Association for its final meeting of the year at the Sound Beach Firehouse, 152 Sound Beach Blvd., Sound Beach at 7:30 p.m. They will be collecting much-needed white tee shirts for the State Veterans Home in Stony Brook in sizes large to 3XL. All are welcome. For more information call 631-744-6952.

Tuesday Nov. 12

NSJC Social Club event

North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to a Zumba Gold session with Linda Morton in the Social Hall at 11 a.m. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737

Tim Matheson heads to the CAC

Join actor Tim Matheson at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for a screening of the iconic cult classic Animal House followed by a discussion of his career and new memoir, “Damn Glad to Meet You: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches” at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $52, $42 members and include the film screening, a copy of the book, Q&A and book signing reception with live musical entertainment. To order, visit www.cinemaartscentre.org.

University Orchestra Concert

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook presents the University Orchestra in concert on the Main Stage at 7:30 p.m. Conducted by Susan Deaver, the program will include Gershwin’s Cuban Overture, Bartok’s Romanian Folk Dances and Dvorak’s “New World” Symphony with featured soloist Michael Ho on piano. Tickets are $15 adults, $10 seniors and students. To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Wednesday Nov. 13

SCWA to Host WaterTalk

The Suffolk County Water Authority will host the next installment of its WaterTalk series of educational forums at the Huntington Public Library, 338 Main St., Huntington at 6 p.m. This event provides an opportunity for customers to learn more and ask questions about their drinking water. A panel of experts will discuss important topics, such as the quality of drinking water, the ways in which SCWA is implementing new infrastructure to improve water service and quality, the importance of conservation and more. Residents who are interested in attending SCWA’s WaterTalk can register by emailing [email protected]. Residents who would prefer to attend virtually can do so at www.scwa.com.

TVCT Fall Gala

The Three Village Community Trust (TVCT) will host its 20th Annual Fall Gala Fundraiser at the Old Field Club, 86 West Meadow Road, East Setauket at 7 p.m. Honored guest will be Dr. Heather Lynch with music by  jazz guitarist Steve Salerno. Enjoy light bites, wine, spectacular raffle baskets and great company. Tickets to the event, which are $75 per person, can be purchased on the Trust’s website, www.threevillagecommunitytrust.org. For more information, call 631-942-4558.

Some Enchanted Evening at SBU

Stony Brook University’s Staller Center for the Arts, 100 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook presents Some Enchanted Evening in the Recital Hall at 7 p.m. The viral sensation Stella Katherine Cole pairs up with Postmodern Jukebox’s Benny Benack III and tap-dancing star Jabu Graybeal to perform Jazz-inspired selections of Broadway hits from the Golden Age to today. Tickets range from $39 to $66. To order, call 631-632-2787 or visit www.stallercenter.com.

Thursday Nov. 14

Veterans Job Fair

In partnership with Suffolk County Legislator Chad Lennon, the Suffolk County Department of Labor  will host a special Veterans Job Fair at the Heritage Center, 633 Mount Sinai-Coram Road, Mt. Sinai from 6 to 7 p.m. (early entry for veterans from 5 to 6 p.m.) Connect with a wide range of employers, including veteran-owned businesses, actively seeking skilled and experienced veterans. 

​Crafts & Cocktails

It’s National Pickle Day! Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring harbor for Crafts & Cocktails: Pickles from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Get to know pickles and preservation in this informative workshop, along with other items on the menu on a whaleship. Taste pickle samplings, make your own pickles and sample pickle-flavored beer! For adults 21+ $35 participant; $25 members. To register, visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org. 631-367-3418​

Flecker Gallery Art Reception

The Flecker Gallery, located in the Southampton Building on the Ammerman Campus of Suffolk County Community College, 533 College Road, Selden, invites the community to an opening reception and gallery talk for its latest exhibit, q*bicles, by Jeremiah Teipen from 2 to 3:30 p.m. This special event will showcase an immersive installation highlighting Teipen’s recent work, which explores the complex relationship between the digital and physical realms in our increasingly interconnected world. Light refreshments will be served. 631-451-4110

Firefly Artists Reception

Join the Firefly Artists, 90 Main St., Northport for a closing reception for Fearless Watercolors, a 10 year retrospective by Jan Guarino from 6 to 8 p.m. with live music by Janice Bruckner. Guarino will be also signing copies of her new book, “Thinking  Your Way Through Watercolors.” 631-235-2739

Theater

‘Shakespeare’s Lovers and Fighters’

The Theatres at Suffolk County Community College present Shakespeare’s Lovers and Fighters by William Shakespeare in the Shea Theatre, Islip Arts Building, 533 College Road, Selden on Nov. 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16 at 7:30 p.m.  and Nov. 10 and 17 at 2:00 p.m. Featuring 11 of Shakespeare’s Greatest Hits including scenes from Romeo and Juliet, Much Ado, Macbeth, Henry V and of course Taming of The Shrew!  You’ll witness some of the greatest broadsword, rapier and hand to hand stage combat the Great Bard put words to along with the sweetest words of love ever uttered by woman or man.  You will be thrilled and delighted by turns! Tickets are $15 adults, $10 veterans and students 16 years of age or younger,  Suffolk students with current ID get two free tickets. To order, call 631-451-4163.

‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’

Step into a world of pure imagination this holiday season as the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Charlie and the Chocolate Factory from Nov. 14 to Dec. 29. Join young Charlie Bucket and four other lucky Golden Ticket winners as they embark on an unforgettable journey through Willy Wonka’s magical candy factory. With beloved songs from the 1971 film, this production promises to be a treat for the entire family. For ticket information, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘A Christmas Carol’

“I will honor Christmas in my heart…” Celebrate the season with the 40th annual production of A Christmas Carol at Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson from Nov. 9 to Dec. 28. Follow the miser Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey that teaches him the meaning of Christmas — past, present, and future. Tickets are $25 through November; $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, $25 children ages 5 to 12 in December. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

‘9 to 5 The Musical’

Star Playhouse at Stage 74, 74 Hauppauge Road Commack presents 9 to 5 The Musical on Nov. 9 and 16 at 8 p.m. and Nov. 10 and 17 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $32 adults, $25 seniors, students and members. Call 631-462-9800, ext. 136 or visit www.starplayhouse.com to order.

‘Annie Warbucks’

Community Playhouse of Northport presents Annie Warbucks at the Brosnan Theater at 158 Laurel Avenue, Northport on Nov. 15, 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 16 (sensory friendly), 17 and 24 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. To order, visit www.communityplayhousenorthport.org. 631-683-8444

‘(Mostly) True Things’

(mostly) TRUE THINGS returns to The Performing Arts Studio, 224 East Main Street, Port Jefferson on Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. with stories that warm us up for upcoming holiday gatherings on the theme FRAMILY: Friends that feel like family, family that feels like friends. Featured performers include Calvin Cato, Jean Le Bec, Dennis DiMaggio, Dawn Borchers and host/creator Jude Treder-Wolff. Tickets are $20 online at www.eventbrite.com, $25 at the door (cash only). 

‘It’s A Wonderful Life’

Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown presents It’s A Wonderful Life from Dec. 7 to 29. Based on the story “The Greatest Gift” by Philip Van Doren Stern, this beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. This mainstage performance is a family holiday treasure appropriate for all ages. Tickets are $35 adults, $32 seniors, and $25 students. To order, call 800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

‘A Christmas Carol’

The Minstrel Players present their annual production of A Christmas Carol at Houghton Hall, Trinity Episcopal Church, 130 Main St., Northport on Dec. 13 and 14 at 8 p.m. and Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. To order, call 516-361-7232.

Film

‘Searching for Amani’

The Port Jefferson Documentary Series closes out its Fall 2024 season with a screening of Searching for Amani at the First United Methodist Church, 603 Main St., Port Jefferson on Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. In the heart of Kenya, a tragedy shatters a young boy’s life. Simon Ali, 13, finds himself in a world of mystery when his father, a respected conservancy guide, is found dead under suspicious circumstances. Armed with his video camera and an unwavering desire for truth, Simon and his best friend, Haron, embark on a perilous journey to uncover the secrets behind his father’s demise. In Swahili with English subtitles. Panel discussion to follow. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 students. www.portjeffdocumentaryseries.com.

‘A Streetcar Named Desire’

It’s the Best of the Big Screen as the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington presents a screening of A Streetcar Named Desire on Nov. 7 at 7:30 p.m. With Vivien Leigh, Kim Hunter and Marlon Brando. Adapted by Elia Kazan from the famed Tennessee Williams play,  the film was nominated for 8 Academy Awards, winning 4. Introduction by film historian Philip Harwood. Tickets are $16, $10 members at www.cinemaartscentre.org.

‘The Terminator’

Night Owl Cinema continues at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington with a screening of The Terminator (1984) on Nov. 8 at 9:30 p.m. From a 2029 war-torn wasteland, two soldiers from opposing factions are sent back in time to 1984 Los Angeles in order to influence the outcome of a conflict that hasn’t yet taken place. With Arnold Schwarzenegger and Linda Hamilton. Tickets are $16, $10 members at www.cinemaartscentre.org. 

‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ Part 1 & 3

Celebrate 40 years of Freddy with Retro Picture Show! Join them at the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington on Nov. 9 at 8 p.m. for a 35mm double feature of A Nightmare on Elm Street and A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors. Tickets are $25, $18 members at www.cinemaartscentre.org.

Class Reunion

— Ward Melville High School Class of 2014 will hold its 10 year reunion at The Waterview, 44 Fairway Drive, Port Jefferson  on Nov. 30 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Tickets are  $100 — plus ones allowed. Includes open bar, passed appetizers, and dinner. Please email [email protected] for the link to purchase tickets. 

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