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MUSIC TO OUR EARS One Step Ahead kicks off the Ward Melville Heritage Organizations’s Summer Concert Series at the Stony Brook Village Center on July 6.
Ongoing

Huntington Summer Arts Festival

The 60th annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival returns to Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington from Wednesdays to Sundays through Aug. 24. The 8-week festival will feature over 40 live performances including dance, theater and music. Bring seating. Free. Visit www.huntingtonarts.org for full schedule.

Thursday July 3

Northport Community Band Concert

The Northport Community Band will host concerts at the Robert W. Krueger Bandshell in Northport Village Park on July 3, July 10, July 17, July 24 and July 31 at 8 p.m. Rain location is Northport High School, 154 Laurel Hill Road, Northport. www.ncb59.org

Friday July 4

Independence Day Parade  

Grab yourself a lawn chair and head down to Port Jefferson’s Main Street so you don’t miss a moment of the Village’s Independence Day Parade at 10 a.m. Fire trucks, dancers, bagpipe players, classic cars and more. The event is sponsored by Port Jefferson Fire
Department. 631-473-1414

Drowned Meadow Cottage tours

The Drowned Meadow Cottage Museum, 141 West Broadway, Port Jefferson will be open for tours from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. highlighting the 18th century cottage and informative exhibits, giving you a rare glimpse into Port Jefferson’s remarkable Revolutionary War history. 631-473-4724

Celebration of Hometown Heroes

VFW Post 6249, 109 King Road, Rocky Point and the Rocky Point Sound Beach Chamber of Commerce present A Celebration of Hometown Heroes at 11 a.m. Followed by a live reading of the Declaration of Independence. Refreshments will be served. 631-729-0699, www.rpsbchamber.org

Star Spangled Bash at Bald Hill

Celebrate Independence Day at the Long Island Catholic Health Amphitheater at Bald Hill, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville with a free concert, Pop Divas Through the Decades, featuring The Chiclettes and more. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. followed by fireworks by Grucci at 9:15 p.m. Free. 631-542-5423

Saturday July 5

Smithtown Craft & Gift Fair

Island Fairs presents the Smithtown Red, White and Blue Craft and Gift Fair on the grounds of the Smithtown Historical Society, 239 East Main St., Smithtown today  and July 6 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring handmade crafts and art, curated gifts, live entertainment and food trucks. Free admission. 631-885-1267

Sherwood-Jayne House Tours

Sherwood-Jayne Farm House (c. 1730), 55 Old Post Road, Setauket will be open for tours at 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m., courtesy of Preservation Long Island. This guided tour explores the first and second floors of the house. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 ages 10 to 18, free for children ages 9 and under. To reserve your spot, visit www.preservationlongisland.org/tours/.

Cedar Beach Nature Walk

Town of Brookhaven hosts a nature walk at Cedar Beach Nature Center, 244 Harbor Beach Road, Mt. Sinai at 2 p.m. Explore the unique ecology of the beach and salt marsh and learn about the  different and overlapping ecosystems of flora and fauna and the habitats that comprise these beautiful places. Free but registration is required by emailing [email protected].

Sunday July 6

Smithtown Craft & Gift Fair

See July 5 listing.

Wind Down Sundays

The popular summer concert series returns to Hap’s Red Barn at Frank Melville Memorial Park, 1 Old Field Road, Setauket starting with Carlos Jimenez Mambo Dulcet tonight at 5:30 p.m. Bring seating. www.frankmelvillepark.org

Concert on the Village Green

Summer concerts kick off tonight at the Stony Brook Village Center in front of the Stony Brook Post Office, 111 Main Street, Stony Brook with One Step Ahead at 7 p.m., courtesy of the Ward Melville Heritage Organization. Free. Bring seating. In the case of rain, the concerts will be cancelled. The concert series is sponsored by Suffolk County Legislator Steve Englebright and the office of Economic Development and Planning and Stony Brook Kayak and Paddleboard Rentals. 631-751-2244, www.wmho.org

Monday July 7

Kings Park Rocks 

Kings Park Chamber of Commerce presents a Kings Park Rocks summer concert featuring Southbound at Russ Savatt Park, 14 Main Street,  Kings Park from 6 to 10 p.m. with line dancing, mechanical bull riding, vendors, and rides and games for the kiddies. 631-269-7678

An Evening of Goat Yoga

Join the Smithtown Historical Society, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown for a 45 minute session of yoga with friendly, interactive goats from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and again from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m courtesy of  by Steppin’ Out Ponies and Petting Zoo. Tickets are $30 per person. Please bring a mat & towel. Registration required via Eventbrite. For more information, call 631-265-6768.

Northport Fireman’s Fair

The Northport Volunteer Fire Department will hold their 98th annual Firemen’s Fair tonight to July 12 from 7 to 11 p.m. on the fire department grounds on Steers Ave, off of Ocean Ave in Northport. The six day event will feature carnival rides by Blue Sky Amusements, festival food, carnival games and more. 631-261-7504

Country Line Dancing

Celebrate St. James presents Country Line Dance lessons with Natalie at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 2nd St., St. James from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come learn the hottest dances! $15 per person at the door. Please RSVP at  www.celebratestjames.org. 631-601-5109

CAC Movie Trivia Night

Join the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for a Movie Trivia Night at 8 p.m. Try to answer 50 questions based all around film, actors and actresses, awards, and everything else associated with the world of film. Challenge like-minded film fans in a battle of wits for cash and other prizes. You can form teams, so bring some friends and work together. Feel free to come alone and play solo as well! Hosted by Dan French. Tickets are $11 per person, $7 members at cinemaartscentre.org.

Tuesday July 8

Northport Fireman’s Fair

See July 7 listing.

Garden Club Meeting

The Three Village Garden Club will host its monthly meeting at the Setauket Neighborhood House, 95 Main St., Setauket at 11 a.m. featuring a photography exhibit by members. Guest speaker will be professional photographer Keith Krejci from Goodeye Gallery who will discuss the submissions and give guidance for creating the best botanical photos. All are welcome to attend. 631-377-0797

NSJC Social Club event

North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the communitya concert by Henry Beder, vocalist with Thelma Grossman, piano accompanist, performing Yiddish Songs for the Jewish Soul. at 11 a.m. Bagels and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737

Stop the Bleed Program

Adults and students in grades 6 to 12 who are Suffolk County residents are invited to take part in a Stop the Bleed program at Emma Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Blood loss is the #1 cause of death from traumatic injuries. In this course led by medical staff from Stony Brook University Hospital, you’ll learn 3 quick techniques to help save a life.  Reserve your spot at emmaclark.org/programs. Questions? Email [email protected]

Community Band Concert

The Smithtown Historical Society hosts the 39th annual Smithtown Community Band concert series, Music from Around the World, on the grounds of the Frank Brush Barn, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown tonight at 7:30 p.m. Free. Bring seating. 631-265-6768

Concerts at The Gazebo 

Enjoy Tuesday night concerts at The Gazebo, 127 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset kicking off with Radio Flashback (Best of 70s/80s) tonight at 7 p.m. Free. Bring seating. Rain date is the following day. Presented by Suffolk County Legislator Leslie Kennedy. 631-672-5197, www.nesconsetchamber.org

Paige Patterson in Concert

Northport Public Library, 151 Laurel Ave., Northport kicks off its Concerts in the Library Courtyard series with “Pure Joy” with Paige Patterson at 7 p.m. Enjoy songs ranging from Bon Jovi to Broadway, Santana to Sinatra, Motown, contemporary pop, and much more. Rain date is July 9. Open to all. 631-261-6930

That 70s Band in Concert

Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd., Centereach celebrates summer with its Music Under the Stars concert series in the parking lot featuring That 70s Band at 7 p.m. Sponsored by Suffolk County Legislator Nick Caracappa. Bring seating. 631-585-9393

Wednesday July 9

Northport Fireman’s Fair

See July 7 listing.

Lefferts Tide Mill Tours

Huntington Historical Society, in partnership with the Lefferts Tide Mill & Preserve,  will give a tour of the Van Wyck-Lefferts Tide Mill at 10:30 a.m. Built in 1795, the mill is one of the best preserved 18th-century tide mills in the country. The 1½-hour tour includes a short boat ride from Gold Star Battalion Beach. For ages 12 and up. $20 per person, $15 members. Reservations required. 631-427-7045, www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org

Cruise Night at The Shoppes

The Shoppes at East Wind, 5720 Route 25A, Wading River hosts a Cruise Night Car Show tonight and every Wednesday through October from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visit the Shoppes, enjoy a bite to eat and then check out the fine array of classic cars in the parking lot. 631-929-3500

Full Moon Walk

Town of Brookhaven hosts a Full Moon Walk at Cedar Beach Nature Center, 244 Harbor Beach Blvd., Mt. Sinai at 7:30 p.m. Join this fun family walk along the beach for sunset and the rise of the Full Moon. Learn how the moon helps shape our landscape, life patterns and culture. Free but registration required by emailing [email protected].

Sunset Concerts

Port Jefferson Arts Council continues their  Sunset Concert series on the Jill Russell Stage at Harborfront Park, 101-A East Broadway, Port Jefferson with The Lucky Ones from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Bring seating. In the case of rain, the event will be moved inside the Port Jefferson Village Center. 631-473-5220, www.gpjac.org

Decadia in Concert

PJS/Terrvyille Chamber of Commerce continues their Summer Concert Wednesdays at the Chamber Train Car Park, 1 Rose Ave., Port Jefferson Station with Decadia from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. along with food, ice cream, local businesses and more. Bring seating. www.pjstchamber.com

Thursday July 10

Northport Community Band Concert

See July 3 listing.

Northport Fireman’s Fair

See July 7 listing.

Harborside Concert

Harborside concerts are held at the Show Mobile at Harborfront Park, 101-A East Broadway, Port Jefferson on Thursdays starting with Hootie & The Blowfish Tribute tonight at 7 p.m. Free. Bring seating. 631-473-4724, www.portjeff.com

Dennis Cannataro Concert Series

The Dennis Cannataro Family Summer Concert Series returns to the Smithtown Library, 1 North Country Road, Smithtown tonight with Teddy Kumpel and Nome Sane? at 7:30 p.m. Free. Bring seating. Sponsored by Suffolk County Legislator Robert Trotta. 631-360-2480 ext. 150

Mike DelGuidice in Concert

Through a grant from Suffolk County Legislator Rob Trotta, the Nissequogue River State Park Foundation will host a free concert featuring Mike DelGuidice at St. Joseph CYO Baseball/Softball complex, behind the Church of St. Joseph, Old Dock Road, Kings Park at 7:30 p.m. Bring seating. 631-854-3900

Film

‘Archipelago New York, Episode 2’

The Greater Port Jefferson Arts Council and the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook present a free screening of Episode 2 of Archipelago New York on July 10 at 7 p.m. Titled “Wildlife in the City,” the documentary will explore how, after 300 million years, animals have adapted to the expanding urban environment. Following the screening, join filmmaker Thomas Halaczinsky for an insightful conversation about the making of the documentary, plus get a sneak peek at his next project about Plum Island, shedding new light on its past and exploring its present. This program is free, but registration is requested by visiting www.longislandmuseum.org.

Theater

‘Footloose The Musical’

Up next at the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport is Footloose The Musical from July 10 to Aug. 24. When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher. Based on the hit 1984 movie, the musical contains all of the hit songs including “Let’s Hear It For The Boy,” “Almost Paradise,” “Holding Out For A Hero,” and of course “Footloose!” For tickets, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Othello’

The Carriage House Players at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum in  Centerport continues their 36th annual Shakespeare in the Courtyard Festival with Othello from July 11 to Aug. 3. Performances are held on the Vanderbilt mansion courtyard stage on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children under age 12. To order, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org. 516-557-1207

‘Much Ado About Nothing’

The Minstrel Players present William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing at Trinity Episcopal Church, Houghton Hall, 130 main St., Northport on July 19 and July 26 at 8 p.m. and July 20 and July 27 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. To order, all 516-361-7232 or visit www.theminstrelplayersinc.org.

Class Reunions

— Rocky Point High School Class of 1975 will hold their 50 year reunion at East Wind in Wading River on September 12 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. $150.00 per person includes  reception, hors d’oeuvres, buffet dinner, open bar and dessert. Contact Andrea at 631-774-2474 or [email protected]

Farmers Markets

Hauppauge

The Suffolk County Farmers Market at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge will be open to the public every Thursday at the facility’s north parking lot from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Oct. 2.  631-853-2047

Huntington

Elm Street parking lot at 228 Main St., Huntington on Sundays from June 1 through Nov. 23 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 631-944-2661

Lake Grove

Southwestern quadrant of Smith Haven Mall parking lot along Middle Country Road year-round on Saturdays (pickles, honey) and full market with vendors on Sundays. Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days. 516-444-1280

Northport

Cow Harbor Park parking lot, at the corner of Main Street and Woodbine Ave. in Northport on Saturdays from June 7 through Nov. 22 (except Sept. 20) from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 631-662-7244

Port Jefferson 

Harborfront Park, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. from May 18 through Nov. 23. 631-802-2160

Rocky Point

The Rocky Point Farmers Market returns to the corner of Broadway and Prince Road, Rocky Point every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from July 17 through mid-November. [email protected]

St. James

St. James Lutheran Church, 230 2nd Ave., St. James hosts a farmers market in its parking lot every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from May 31 through October 25. 631-403-7711

Setauket

Three Village Historical Society, 93 North Country Road, Setauket on Fridays from May 16 through September (except Sept. 19) from 3 to 7 p.m. and October from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. 631-751-373

CALENDAR DEADLINE  is Wednesday at noon, one week before publication. Items may be mailed to: Times Beacon Record News Media, P.O. Box 707, Setauket, NY 11733. Email your information about community events to [email protected]. Calendar listings are for not-for-profit organizations (nonsectarian, nonpartisan events) only, on a space-available basis. Please include a phone number that can be printed.

 

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Sol Y Sombra heads to the Chapin Rainbow Stage on July 17.

Fill your summer evenings with rock, country, jazz, classical, and gospel music, dance performances, cover band greats, and theatrical productions, all at the 60th annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival at Heckscher Park in Huntington. 

Opening on July 2, the 8-week festival runs through August 24. With over 40 FREE live performances, some never before seen on the Chapin Rainbow Stage, there is something for the whole family with Broadway stars, national and local talent, inspiring young performers and more.

Produced by the Town of Huntington, and presented by Huntington Arts Council, the events are held Wednesdays through Sundays. So grab your lawn chair or blanket and head down for an unrivaled good time!

◆ July ◆

July 2 @ 8 p.m. — The Huntington Community Band 

July 3 @ 8 p.m. — The Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company of Long Island present HMS Pinafore

July 4 @ 8 p.m. — North Shore Pops Concert Band 

July 5 @ 8 p.m. — Eastline Theatre presents Shakespeare’s King Lear

July 6 @ 8 p.m. — Symphonic Pops of Long Island

July 9 @ 8 p.m. — The Huntington Community Band 

July 10 @ 6:30 p.m. — D’Addario’s Summer Jam in support of Long Island Cares

July 11 @ 8 p.m. — Drop the Four and

Miss J Experience

July 12 at 6:30 p.m. — Beauty and the Beats (Kids Show)

July 13 @ 8 p.m. — Eastline Theatre presents Emma in honor of Jane Austen’s 250th birthday

July 16 @ 7:30 p.m. — Huntington Community Band with Big Band  pre-concert

July 17 @ 8 p.m. — Sol Y Sombra Spanish Dance Company

July 18 at 8 p.m. — Captain Kirk Douglas’ Hundred Watt Heart w/Dudley Victor

July 19 @ 8 p.m. — Gnarly Karma and Ape Theory

July 20 @ 8 p.m. — The Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra

July 23 @ 8 p.m. — The Huntington Community Band

July 24 @ 8 p.m. — Sinatra Night: The New Blue Eyes, Dom Carbone

July 25 @ 8 p.m. — EMO Pop Punk Night: Blink 180Who?! + Cover City Soundtrack

July 26 @ 7:30 p.m. — SKA Night: Pilfers w/Scofflaws & Be Decent

July 27 @ 8 p.m. — Just Wild About Harry Festival: Harry Chapin Tribute in support of Long Island Cares

July 30 @ 8 p.m. — The Huntington Community Band 

July 31 @ 8 p.m. — Calliope Wren + LoganWhaley Band

◆ August ◆

August 1 @ 8 p.m. — Country Night: Brooke Moriber

August 2 @ 8 p.m. — Wheatus

August 3 @ 8 p.m. — Plaza Theatrical Productions presents Standing Ovation: Celebrating Musical Theatre

August 6 @ 8 p.m. — Long Island Dance Consortium

August 7 at 8 p.m. — StevieMac (Fleetwood Mac Tribute)

August 8 @ 8 p.m. — Latin Night: Conjunto Imagen

August 9 @ 8 p.m. — The BOSS Project (Bruce Springsteen Tribute)

August 10 at 8 p.m. — Men of Soul (70s, 80s, 90s Soul Music)

August 13 @ 8 p.m. — That Motown Band

August 14 @ 6:30 p.m. — Beauty and the Beats (Kids Show)

August 15 @ 8 p.m. — Little Wilson Band

August 16 @ 8 p.m. — Disco Unlimited and France Joli

August 17 @ 8 p.m. — Make Me Smile (Chicago Tribute)

August 20 @ 8 p.m. — The Chiclets and Time Machine (Tribute to female artists through the decades)

August 21 @ 8 p.m. — Jam Band Night: Tauk + MJT Band

August 22 @ 8 p.m. — Foreign Journey (Foreigner and Journey Tribute)

August 23 @ 8 p.m. — Rob Eberle and Chris Ruben Band

August 24 @ 8 p.m. — Americana Blues Night: Mark Newman Band and Kelli Baker Band

Heckscher Park is located at 2 Prime Ave.,  Huntington. For more information, call 631-271-8423 or visit www.huntingtonarts.org. 

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Long-term PPI use increases serious risks. Stock photo
PPIs may increase your fracture risk

By David Dunaief, M.D.

Dr. David Dunaief

After a meal, do you sometimes have “reflux” or “heartburn?” Many of us experience these symptoms occasionally. When it happens more frequently, it could be a sign of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Between 18.1 and 27.8 percent of U.S. adults have GERD, according to estimates; however, since many people self-treat with over-the-counter (OTC) medications, the real numbers could be higher (1).

If you take OTC proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), you could be among the uncounted. Familiar brands include Prilosec (omeprazole), Nexium (esomeprazole), and Prevacid (lansoprazole), among others. They are also available by prescription.

PPIs are not intended for long-term use, because of their robust potential side effects. Currently, the FDA suggests that OTC PPIs should be taken for no more than a 14-day treatment once every four months. Prescription PPIs should be taken for 4 to 8 weeks (2).

Unfortunately, many take them too long or too often, and some experience reflux rebound effects when they try to discontinue PPIs without physician oversight.

Among potential associations with long-term use are chronic kidney disease, dementia, bone fractures, increased cardiac and vascular risks, vitamin malabsorption issues and Clostridium difficile (C. diff), a bacterial infection of the gastrointestinal tract.

PPIs can also interfere with other drugs you are taking, such as Plavix (clopidogrel).

PPIs and chronic kidney disease

Two separate studies showed that there was an increase in chronic kidney disease with prolonged PPI use (3). All patients started the study with normal kidney function, assessed by measuring glomerular filtration rate (GFR). The Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) study showed a 50 percent increased risk of chronic kidney disease, while the Geisinger Health System cohort study found there was a 17 percent increased risk.

The medications were used on a chronic basis for years: the first study had a 13-year duration, and the second had about a six-year duration. Both demonstrated modest, but statistically significant, increased risk of chronic kidney disease. In an accompanying editorial to these published studies, the author suggests that there is overuse of the medications or that they are used beyond the resolution of symptoms and suggests starting with diet and lifestyle modifications and a milder drug class, H2 blockers (4).

PPIs and dementia risk

A German study looked at health records from a large public insurer and found a 44 percent increased risk of dementia in those aged 75 or older who were using PPIs, compared to those who were not (5). The authors surmise that PPIs may cross the blood-brain barrier and potentially increase beta-amyloid levels, markers for dementia. With occasional use, meaning once every 18 months for a few weeks to a few months, there was a much lower, 16 percent, increased risk.

The researchers also suggested that PPIs may be significantly overprescribed in the elderly. The research was not perfect, however. Researchers did not consider high blood pressure, excessive alcohol use or family history of dementia, all of which can influence dementia occurrence.

PPIs and fracture risk

In a meta-analysis of 18 observational studies, results showed that PPIs can increase the risk of hip fractures, spine fractures and any-site fractures (6). With bone fractures, it did not make a difference whether patients were taking PPIs for more or less than a year.

They found increased fracture risks of 58, 26 and 33 percent for spine, hip, and any-site, respectively. It is not clear what may potentially increase the risk; however, it has been proposed that it may have to do with calcium absorption. PPIs reduce acid, which may be needed to absorb insoluble calcium salts. In another study, seven days of PPIs were shown to lower the absorption of calcium carbonate supplements when taken without food (7).

PPIs and vitamin absorption

In addition to calcium absorption issues, PPIs may lower absorption of magnesium and B12. In one observational study, PPIs combined with diuretics caused a 73 percent increased risk of hospitalization due to low magnesium (8). Diuretics are commonly prescribed for high blood pressure, heart failure and swelling.

Another study’s results showed use of over two years increased vitamin B12 deficiency risk by 65 percent (9).

Takeaways

Before taking OTC PPIs, consult with your physician. A milder medication, such as an H2 blocker (Zantac, Pepcid), might be a better option.

Even better, start with lifestyle changes. Try to avoid eating later at night, raising the head of the bed, losing weight and stopping smoking, if needed, before you try medications (10).

If you do need medication, recognize that PPIs don’t provide immediate relief and should only be taken for a short duration to minimize their side effects.

References: 

(1) nih.gov. (2) fda.gov. (3) JAMA Intern Med. 2016;176(2). (4) JAMA Intern Med. 2016;176(2):172-174. (5) JAMA Neurol. online Feb 15, 2016. (6) Osteoporos Int. online Oct 13, 2015. (7) Am J Med. 118:778-781. (8) PLoS Med. 2014;11(9):e1001736. (9) Mayo Clinic Proceedings. 2018 Feb;93(2):240-246. (10) Am J Gastroenterol 2015; 110:393–400.

Dr. David Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management. For further information, visit www.medicalcompassmd.com or consult your personal physician.

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Summer is the perfect time to read a book and who better to ask for suggestions than our local librarians? From love stories to thrillers and everything in between, these newly released books are the top picks to add to your list. A special thanks to all of the libraries that participated in our survey.

For Adults

Atmosphere: A Love Story 

by Taylor Jenkins Reid

“From the bestselling author of Daisy Jones & the Six and The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, comes this engrossing tale to kick off the summer.  Following female astronauts in the 1980s, her characters wrestle with sexism, identity, and forbidden romance in the fast-paced world of the space program.  If you enjoy stories with both action and emotional depth you can’t go wrong adding this to your TBR list!”

— Christine Parker-Morales, Adult Services Librarian, Comsewogue Public Library

The Tenant 

by Freida McFadden

“McFadden’s books are perfect beach reads if you like a thriller with a twist. The Tenant is the best selling author’s latest book that is sure to have you on the edge of your seat.”

— Erin Schaarschmidt, Head of Adult Services at Port Jefferson Free Library

Not Quite Dead Yet 

by Holly Jackson 

“Holly Jackson’s adult debut is a twisty thriller where a woman has to solve her own murder.” 

— Elizabeth M., Librarian, Middle Country Public Library 

Jane and Dan at the End of the World by Colleen Oakley

“[This book] is a whirlwind of fun. It’s entertaining, smart and funny. The perfect summer read.”

— Rallyn Tucker, Adult Reference Librarian, Emma Clark Library

One Italian Summer 

by Rebecca Serle

“This novel blends grief, self-discovery, and magical realism in the beautiful Amalfi Coast. Katy, devastated by the death of her mother and best friend, Carol, embarks alone on a trip they had planned to take together to Positano, Italy. It is there that Katy meets her mother — not as she knew her, but as a vibrant 30-year-old woman. This reunion forces Katy to see her mother in a new light and reevaluate the course of her own life.  It is a moving novel that lets you reflect on love, family, and finding oneself after loss.”

— Amanda Lentino, Adult Reference Coordinator, The Smithtown Library

For Teens/Tweens

Honeysuckle and Bone 

by Trisha Tobias 

“[This book] is a modern gothic thriller, reminiscent of the classic novella, “The Turn of the Screw,” crossed with modern YA mystery tropes. It’s set in a lushly detailed environment that screams for a film adaptation. This new YA book is not to miss!”

—  Emily Ostrander, Head Librarian of the Teen & Tween Services Department, Emma Clark Library

Sunrise on the Reaping 

by Suzanne Collins

Sunrise on the Reaping revisits the world of Panem twenty-four years before the events of The Hunger Games, starting on the morning of the reaping of the Fiftieth Hunger Games, also known as the Second Quarter Quell. 

—  Kristine T., Librarian, Middle Country Public Library

The Romantic Tragedies of a Drama King 

by Harry Trevaldwyn 

— Sal Filosa, Head of Teen and Technical Services at Port Jefferson Free Library

After Life 

by Gayle Forman 

[This book] is an emotional and thought-provoking story that explores grief, identity, and the importance of second chances. The characters feel relatable, making it easy to connect with their struggles and growth. The book’s heartfelt message and compelling storytelling make it hard to put down.  

— Colleen Navins, Teen Services Coordinator, The Smithtown Library

For Children

Cincinnati Lee, Curse Breaker

by Heidi Heilig

“Children will love reading this book for its fast-paced adventure, clever twists, and a hero they can root for. With a mysterious curse to unravel, magical secrets around every corner, and the excitement of travel and exploration without ever leaving home, it’s the perfect page-turner to spark imaginations. Young readers will be hooked from the first chapter!”

— Marcela Lenihan, Children’s Librarian, Emma Clark Library

Other recommendations include:

“Sylvia Doe and the 100-Year Flood” by Robert Beatty (8-12 Years) — Kimberly Manise, Head of Children’s Services, Port Jefferson Free Library

“Don’t Trust Fish” by Neil Sharpson (3-6 year-olds) — Cassidy O., Middle Country Public Library

“Will the Pigeon Graduate?” by Mo Willems — Maggie Moloney, Children’s Services Coordinator, The Smithtown Library

“Swimming into Trouble” by Angela Ahn (1st through 3rd grades) — By Tracy L., Librarian, Middle Country Public Library

“Will the Pigeon Graduate?” by Mo Willems — Maggie Moloney, Children’s Services Coordinator, The Smithtown Library

“Monster Locker” by Jorge Augusto Aguirre (4th through 6th grades) — Kristen T., Middle Country Public Library

“Nothing Bad Happens Here” by Rachel Ekstrom-Courage — Jenny Cammarano, Library, Comsewogue Public Library

This article originally appeared in TBR News Media’s Summer Times supplement on June 19.

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A scene from 'Elio.' Image courtesy of Disney/Pixar

Reviewed by Jeffrey Sanzel

In the cinematic landscape, Pixar Studios created many of the most memorable animated features. These include Toy Story, Monsters, Inc., Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, Cars, and Inside Out, along with their extensive line of sequels. Founded in 1979, Pixar became a cultural juggernaut of fiscal and critical success, in many ways redefining expectations in family entertainment.

In Elio, orphaned Elio Solis lives with his Aunt Olga, an Air Force major. Olga gave up her aspirations to be an astronaut to raise the lonely boy. One day, Elio sneaks into a closed exhibit of the Voyager 1 NASA space probe. The possibility of life on other planets fascinates the boy. Each night, he sprawls on the beach, staring up into the stars, hoping to be abducted by aliens.

A scene from ‘Elio.’ Image courtesy of Disney/Pixar

Meanwhile, conspiracy theorist Gunther Melmac claims there is evidence of extra-terrestrials responding to the Voyager 1, transmitting a message to Earth. Elio uses Melmac’s invention to send a message into space. Eventually, Elio is transported into a spaceship where aliens of the Communiverse mistake him for the Earth’s leader and ambassador. Elio becomes embroiled in their negotiations with a warlord, Lord Grigon, who threatens a takeover of the Communiverse. Through various machinations, including the introduction of cloning, among other science fiction devices, Elio befriends Grigon’s son, the gentle Glordon, who does not want to become part of his father’s violent coalition. 

The story follows a predictable path. The film introduces elements of bullying on Earth and in the far reaches of the galaxy. After an altercation, Elio receives an eye wound, forcing him to wear a patch. Elio has moments of introspection, questioning whether the difficulty is in the world or within himself. “I thought Earth was the problem, but what if it’s me?” 

The film swings at big concepts and grand scope: The statement “Are we alone?” plays on two levels. But, for all this reflection, the film feels shallow, never fully realizing its ambitions. Children’s films have effectively tackled challenging issues. Up, Coco, and both Inside Out films, not to mention the majority of the Toy Story universe, manage to address large topics with integrity and resonance. It’s not that Elio doesn’t try. It’s just that it never quite reaches the targeted feelings.

Like many animated features, this might be a case of too many cooks. Three directors (Madeline Sharafian, Domee Shi, and Adrian Molina) worked from a script by three screenwriters (Julia Cho, Mark Hammer, and Mike Jones). Elio possesses an excess of ideas, but nothing is quite finished. Too many on-the-nose statements—“A father always knows” and “I may not always understand you, but I love you”—are presented but not necessarily earned. 

The voice talent does fine with the material. Yonas Kibreab and Zoe Saldaña, as Elio and Olga, respectively, are real and nuanced. Remy Edgerly is sweet as Glordon, with Brad Garrett’s gravelly intonations suitable for the villainous Grigon. Jameela Jamil, Shirley Henderson, Matthias Schweighöfer, Brandon Moon, and Naomi Watanabe bring warmth and humor to the assortment of alien ambassadors. Brendan Hunt captures Melmac’s manic energy.

Elio is populated with a range of creatures that seem Happy-Meal-precious, but they are truly fun and wholly benign. The film’s strength lies in the extraordinary production design (Harley Jessup) in tandem with the visual effects (supervised by Claudia Chung-Sani), which have created the joyous Communiverse, a striking and vibrant rainbow pulsing with life. Sadly, these surrounding elements contain more drive than the story itself, resulting in a case of style over substance. 

The film’s climax shamelessly borrows shades of E.T. Needless to say, everything works out for everyone. Elio probably seemed good, if not great, on paper. And, in truth, the outlines, structure, and themes of a more satisfying film are there. But, in the end, Elio is an interstellar movie that remains earthbound.

Rated PG, the film is now playing in local theaters.

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SUMMER THURSDAY AT THE LIM Eastline Theater presents an outdoor performance of Jane Austen’s ‘Emma’ at the Long Island Museum on June 26. Photo from LIM
Thursday June 26

Summer Thursday at the LIM

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook kicks off their Summer Thursdays series with an outdoor performance of Jane Austen’s Emma by the EastLine Theater at 5:30 p.m. Bring a picnic, seating and celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th year! Free. www.longislandmuseum.org.

St. Anthony’s Family Festival

Fr. Thomas Judge Knights of Columbus celebrates its 32nd annual St. Anthony’s Family Feast and Festival  at Trinity Regional School, 1025 Fifth Ave., East Northport tonight, June 27 from 6 to 11 p.m. and June 28 from 3 to 11 p.m. Featuring rides, games, food, craft beer, live entertainment by Cirque Cyber, live music nightly. Fireworks on June 28. Free admission, pay-one-price rides or individual rides. 631-262-1891

Native American Drumming

All Souls Parish House, 10 Mill Pond Road, Stony Brook will host a Native American Drumming session 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.

SPIRITUS Festival

The SPIRITUS Chamber Festival, titled “Tales of Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow” will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Stony Brook, 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket today at 7 p.m.; the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook on June 28 at 2 p.m.; and Setauket Presbyterian Church, 5 Caroline Ave., Setauket on June 29 at 7:30 p.m. All concerts will be followed by a reception. Tickets range from $15 to $35 at www.spiritusfestival.org.

Friday June 27

St. Anthony’s Family Festival

See June 26 listing.

Audubon Lecture

Four Harbors Audubon Society invites the community to a free lecture titled Birder by Day, Moth-er By Night: Discovering the Nocturnal Ecosystem with David LaMagna at Avalon Barn, 60 Shep Jones Lane, St. James at 8 p.m. A short presentation will be followed by observing moths and other creatures that show up at bait stations. Rain date is June 28. Registration required by emailing [email protected].

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 June 28

St. Anthony’s Family Festival

See June 26 listing.

SPIRITUS Festival

See June 26 listing.

Farmingdale Craft & Gift Fair

Farmingdale will host a Craft & Gift Fair featuring over 65 vendors selling arts, crafts, gifts, jewelry and food along Main Street and the Village Green today and June 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 516-442-6000

Craft and Vendor Fair

Stepping Stone Support, a nonprofit dedicated to helping local families affected by cancer, will hold a Craft and Vendor Fair fundraiser at A1 Roofing, 16 Platinum Ct., Medford from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring artisan crafts, vendor tables, food trucks, face painting and large Chinese auction. Rain date is June 29. www.steppingstonesupport.org.

Lavender Festival

Hoshyla Farms, 132 Ryerson Ave., Manorville presents its annual Lavender Festival today from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and June 29 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with artisan vendors, pick your own lavender, food trucks, wine and beer, live music, children’s activities and more. $5 admission, free for ages 12 and under. 631-975-2434

Farmers Artisan Marketplace

Farmingville Residents Association will present a Farmers Artisan and Friends Marketplace at Triangle Park, corner of Horseblock Road and Woodycrest Drive, Farmingville from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring local produce, handmade and homemade items, flea market finds, live music and food from over 40 vendors. 631-260-7411

Sherwood-Jayne House Tours

Sherwood-Jayne Farm House (c. 1730), 55 Old Post Road, Setauket will be open for tours at 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m., courtesy of Preservation Long Island. This guided tour explores the first and second floors of the house. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 ages 10 to 18, free for children ages 9 and under. To reserve your spot, visit www.preservationlongisland.org/tours/.

Vintage European Car Show

Stony Brook Community Church, 216 Christian Ave., Stony Brook hosts the 20th annual Vintage European Sports Car & Motorcycle Display on the front lawn from noon to 4 p.m. with live music by The Barking Men and refreshments. Rain date is June 29. Free for spectators. 631-751-1381

Japanese Car Show – This event has been moved to the rain date of June 29.

Reboli Center for Art and History, 64 Main St.. Stony Brook presents a Japanese Car Show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Curated by Nelson Medina, the event will feature a dazzling array of classic and contemporary Japanese cars, showcasing the unique designs, performance, and engineering that define Japanese automotive excellence. Free. Rain date is June 29. 631-751-7707

Heavy Metal/Rock Music Festival

Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce present Off the Rails, a free Heavy Metal and Rock Music Festival featuring 11 local bands at the Chamber Train Car Park, corner of Route 112 and Route 347, Port Jefferson Station starting at noon. Bring seating. www.pjschamber.com

Hassles Induction at LIMEHOF

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF), 97 Main St., Stony Brook will be inducting Long Island’s own 1960s era seminal rock-soul group, The Hassles — best known as Billy Joel’s first major record label band — including acclaimed drummer-turned-video-director Jon Small. A special celebration event will be held at 8 p.m. The event is open to the public with a special event ticket purchase of $50 (online purchase includes $3.50 fee) and includes access to the LIMEHOF’s current exhibit, Billy Joel My Life: A Piano Man’s Journey which features a section about the Hassles. To purchase tickets, visit www.limusichalloffame.org. 631-689-5888.

Summer Kick-Off Party

Town of Huntington invites the community to a summer events kick-off party with Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert at Heckscher Park’s Chapin Rainbow Stage, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington at 7 p.m. Bring seating. 631-351-3000

Pink Floyd Tribute

Us and Floyd return to the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum’s Reichert Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport  for a dazzling live performances – in sync with a stunning Pink Floyd laser light show, The Wall, at 9 p.m. Advance tickets online are $35 adults, $30  ages 15 and under and members at www.vanderbiltmuseum.org. At the door $40 adults, ages 15 and under and members $30.

Sunday June 29

SPIRITUS Festival

See June 26 listing.

Farmingdale Craft & Gift Fair

See June 28 listing.

Lavender Festival

See June 28 listing.

Car Show at Bald Hill

Long Island Community Hospital Amphitheater at Bald Hill, 1 Ski Run Lane, Farmingville, hosts a Car Show and Swap Meet by Long Island Cars from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Street rods, classics, muscle cars, antiques, exotics, imports and collectible cars on display with vendors selling parts and accessories, food and entertainment. Admission is $10, under 12 years are free. 631-567-5898, www.LongIslandCars.com

CSHL Walking Tour

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, 1 Bungtown Road, Cold Spring Harbor will host a guided walking tour of the campus from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Learn about the historic and modern architecture, the Nobel legacy, and the advanced cancer, neuroscience, and plant research taking place at the lab. Fee is $9.31 per person. To register, visit www.cshl.edu. 516-367-8844.

Tribute to Billy Joel

Pat Farrell and the Cold Spring Harbor Band present a Billy Joel tribute concert at Fireman’s Park, 15 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free. Bring seating.

Benner’s Farm Concert

The Good Earth Sound Stage at Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket welcomes Linda Sussman and Emily-Sue Sloan for a concert at 4 p.m. Please bring seating for this outdoor event. $15 donation at the door. 631-689-8172

The Dedications in Concert

Celebrate St. James kicks off their summer concert series at Celebrate Park, 369 Lake Ave., St. James with The Dedications (Classic 50s, 60s and 70s Rock & Roll) at 7 p.m. Bring seating. 631-984-0201

Monday June 30

Country Line Dancing

Celebrate St. James presents Country Line Dance lessons with Natalie at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 2nd St., St. James from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come learn the hottest dances! $15 per person at the door. Please RSVP at  www.celebratestjames.org. 631-601-5109

Tuesday July 1

NSJC Social Club event

North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to join them for a concert by vocalist Al Nucci at 11 a.m. Bagels and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737

Summer SWAP Concert

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will host a series of “Summer Stage With a Purpose” (Summer SWAP) concerts on its front lawn from 6 to 8 p.m. with the Kevin Blanca Big Band. Guests may purchase refreshments in the Basie Garden beside the venue. Sponsored by Stony Brook University, Stony Brook Medicine and community businesses. Free. Bring seating. 631-751-1895, www.thejazzloft.org

Smithtown Community Band

The Smithtown Historical Society hosts the 39th annual Smithtown Community Band concert series, Music from Around the World, on the grounds of the Frank Brush Barn, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown at 7:30 p.m. Bring seating. 631-265-6768

Wednesday July 2

Cruise Night at The Shoppes

The Shoppes at East Wind, 5720 Route 25A, Wading River hosts a Cruise Night Car Show tonight and every Wednesday through October from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visit the Shoppes, enjoy a bite to eat and then check out the fine array of classic cars in the parking lot. 631-929-3500

Sunset Concerts

Port Jefferson Arts Council kicks off their  Sunset Concert series on the Jill Russell Stage at Harborfront Park, 101-A East Broadway, Port Jefferson from 6:30 to 8 p.m. with Teddy Kumpel and Nome Sane? Bring seating. In the case of rain, the event will be moved inside the Port Jefferson Village Center. 631-473-5220, www.gpjac.org

One Step Ahead in Concert

PJS/Terrvyille Chamber of Commerce kicks off their Summer Concert Wednesdays at the Chamber Train Car Park, 1 Rose Ave., Port Jefferson Station with One Step Ahead from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. along with food, ice cream, local businesses and more. Bring seating. www.pjstchamber.com

Huntington Summer Arts Festival

The 60th annual Huntington Summer Arts Festival kicks off tonight at Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington at 8 p.m. with a performance by The Huntington Community Band and July 3 at 8 p.m. with a production of HMS Pinafore. The 8-week festival will feature over 40 live performances including dance, theater and music from Wednesdays to Sundays through Aug. 24. Bring seating. Free. Visit www.huntingtonarts.org for full schedule.

Thursday July 3

Huntington Summer Arts Festival

See July 2 listing.

Northport Community Band Concert

The Northport Community Band will host concerts at the Robert W. Krueger Bandshell in Northport Village Park on July 3, July 10, July 17, July 24 and July 31 at 8 p.m. Rain location is Northport High School, 154 Laurel Hill Road, Northport. www.ncb59.org

Film

‘September 5’

Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to a screening of September 5 starring Peter Sarsgaard, John Magaro, and Leonie Benesch on June 30 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Open to all. Call 631-928-1212 or visit www.cplib.org to reserve your seat. 

Theater

‘South Pacific’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport continues its Main Stage season with South Pacific from May 15 to June 29. This beloved musical takes place on a South Pacific island during World War II where two love stories are threatened by the dangers of prejudice and war. With songs such as “Some Enchanted Evening,” “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair,” “Younger Than Spring-time,” and “There Is Nothin’ Like A Dame,” South Pacific’s lush score contains some of the best songs ever written by Rodgers & Hammerstein. For more information and to order, call 631-261-2900 or go to www.engemantheater.com.

‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’

The Carriage House Players at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum in  Centerport continues their 36th annual Shakespeare in the Courtyard Festival with Midsummer Night’s Dream from June 1 to June 29. Performances are held on the Vanderbilt mansion courtyard stage on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children under age 12. To order, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org. 516-557-1207

‘H.M.S. Pinafore’

The classic comic opera H.M.S. Pinafore heads to Star Playhouse at Suffolk Y/JCCC, 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack on June 29 at 3 p.m., courtesy of  the Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company of Long Island. The comical plot centers on the love story of Josephine, the Captain’s heart-driven daughter, who is torn between devotion and duty. Admission is $35 for adults at the door (seniors/students $30), $30 for adults in advance (seniors/students $25).  For further information, call 516-619-7415 or visit https://gaslocoli.org/tickets. See more on page B14.

‘Footloose The Musical’

Up next at the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport is Footloose The Musical from July 10 to Aug. 24. When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher. Based on the hit 1984 movie, the musical contains all of the hit songs including “Let’s Hear It For The Boy,” “Almost Paradise,” “Holding Out For A Hero,” and of course “Footloose!” For tickets, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Othello’

The Carriage House Players at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum in  Centerport continues their 36th annual Shakespeare in the Courtyard Festival with Othello from July 11 to Aug. 3. Performances are held on the Vanderbilt mansion courtyard stage on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children under age 12. To order, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org. 516-557-1207

‘Much Ado About Nothing’

The Minstrel Players present William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing at Trinity Episcopal Church, Houghton Hall, 130 main St., Northport on July 19 and July 26 at 8 p.m. and July 20 and July 27 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. To order, all 516-361-7232 or visit www.theminstrelplayersinc.org.

Class Reunions

— Rocky Point High School Class of 1975 will hold their 50 year reunion at East Wind in Wading River on September 12 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. $150.00 per person includes  reception, hors d’oeuvres, buffet dinner, open bar and dessert. Contact Andrea at 631-774-2474 or [email protected]

Farmers Markets

Huntington

Elm Street parking lot at 228 Main St., Huntington on Sundays from June 1 through Nov. 23 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 631-944-2661

Lake Grove

Southwestern quadrant of Smith Haven Mall parking lot along Middle Country Road year-round on Saturdays (pickles, honey) and full market with vendors on Sundays. Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days. 516-444-1280

Northport

Cow Harbor Park parking lot, at the corner of Main Street and Woodbine Ave. in Northport on Saturdays from June 7 through Nov. 22 (except Sept. 20) from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 631-662-7244

Port Jefferson 

Harborfront Park, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. from May 18 through Nov. 23. 631-802-2160

St. James

St. James Lutheran Church, 230 2nd Ave., St. James hosts a farmers market in its parking lot every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from May 31 through October 25. 631-403-7711

Setauket

Three Village Historical Society, 93 North Country Road, Setauket on Fridays from May 16 through September (except Sept. 19) from 3 to 7 p.m. and October from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. 631-751-3730

CALENDAR DEADLINE  is Wednesday at noon, one week before publication. Items may be mailed to: Times Beacon Record News Media, P.O. Box 707, Setauket, NY 11733. Email your information about community events to [email protected]. Calendar listings are for not-for-profit organizations (nonsectarian, nonpartisan events) only, on a space-available basis. Please include a phone number that can be printed.

 

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From left, Kate and Goldie. Photo courtesy of Smithtown Animal Shelter
From left, Goldie and Kate. Photo courtesy of Smithtown Animal Shelter

This week’s featured shelter pets are the fabulous mother-daughter duo Goldie Hawn and Kate Hudson at the Smithtown Animal Shelter.

These exquisite beauties both boast stunning tabby coats; Goldie’s is white with magnificent shades of brown, and Kate’s is white with stunning hues of gray, giving her a unique and exotic look. Goldie (Mom) is approximately four years old, and her daughter “Kitty Kate” was born less than a year ago.

Upon first introduction, you will quickly learn that Goldie adores people and is incredibly outgoing and friendly. She will not hesitate to approach you enthusiastically, seeking attention and good petting behind her ears. It takes Kate a little longer to warm up. She’ll quietly observe her mom interact for a bit until she decides to approach for some love and affection, too. It is extraordinary to witness the endearing dynamic between this beautiful mother and daughter and how much joy they have to offer one lucky family.

This pair will warm your heart and offer a lifetime of cherished memories to share. They are bonded and need to be adopted together. Both would likely fit purr-fectly in most homes, including those with older children, possibly cats, and calm dogs. Goldie is diabetic and will need a home that can manage that. They both have FIV, which is a minor issue.

If you are interested in meeting Goldie and Kate please fill out an application to schedule time to properly interact with them in a domestic setting, which includes a Meet and Greet Room.The Town of Smithtown Animal & Adoption Shelter, 410 Middle Country Road, Smithtown is open Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Sundays and Wednesday evenings by appointment only). For more information, call 631-360-7575.

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‘Superman’ is one of the most anticipated movies this summer. Photo courtesy of DC Studios/Warner Bros.

By Tim Haggerty & Jeffrey Sanzel

Summer means beaches and vacations. But diversions also include an entire roster of summer movie releases. Here is an overview of some of the more exciting films coming to the big screen.

Materialists 

Dakota Johnson is a professional matchmaker who, ironically, struggles with her own romantic woes. Pedro Pascal and Chris Evans co-star as her potential suitors. Celine Song, Oscar-nominated for Past Lives (2023), helms the film.

Rated R · Release date June 13

How to Train Your Dragon 

DreamWorks joins the live-action bandwagon with Mason Thomas (The Black Phone) playing Hiccup, the brainy teen who tames the titular beast. Credit goes to the digital FX team, who replicated the animated version of Toothless, the winged creature that bonds with the hero in a big way.

Rated PG · Release date June 13

Elio

Pixar’s newest animated adventure focuses on eleven-year-old Elio, whose belief in intelligent life forms in the galaxy proves true. The real twist comes when the aliens decide that Elio is Earth’s one true leader. Coco veteran Madeline Sharafian and Domee Shi co-direct.

Rated PG · Release date June 20

28 Years Later

The third in the dystopian series (28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later) picks up nearly three decades later. The violent, virus-ridden zombies still live among us, making things difficult for dad Aaron Taylor-Johnson and his son Alfie Williams. Jodie Comer and Ralph Fiennes are among the non-infected fighting off the walking not-quite-dead. 

Rated R · Release date June 20

F1 The Movie

Brad Pitt is front and center as a former hotshot driver who left the circuit after an accident left him shaken. For this Formula One drama, Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) directs a cast that includes Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, and Javier Bardem.

Rated PG-13 · Release date June 27

Sorry Baby

The big discovery of this year’s Sundance Film Festival, writer-director-star Eva Victor’s film follows a woman returning to her former alma mater as a professor — the same university that was the site of a trauma with which she has never come to terms. Harrowing, hilarious, and not a little fractured, Victor’s debut makes her an exciting new multi-hyphenate.

Rated R · Release date June 27

M3GAN 2.0 

She’s back and more homicidal than ever! The sequel to the 2022 horror flick marks the return of the genre’s reigning killer doll (with apologies to Chucky). Amie Donald is back as the title character, and Allison Williams and Violet McGraw reprise their roles as the objects of both M3GAN’s love and wrath.

Rated PG-13 · Release date June 27

Jurassic World Rebirth

Because you can’t keep a lucrative franchise—or a carnivorous dinosaur—down! Scarlett Johansson leads an operation designed to track down the few remaining dinosaurs left after Jurassic World: Dominion.

Rated PG-13 · Release date July 2

40 Acres 

The mighty Danielle Deadwyler (Till, Woman in the Yard, The Piano Lesson) steers a community of postapocalyptic survivors who have managed to turn a patch of farmland into a sanctuary — the kind that one must vigilantly defend from various other parties trying to survive in a scorched-earth world. 

Rated R · Release date July 4

Superman

Clearly, Superman is the most anticipated movie of the summer. David Corenswet dons the red cape to play the Man of Steel and his alter ego, Clark Kent; Rachel Brosnahan is Lois Lane; Nicholas Hoult is arch enemy master villain Lex Luthor. James Gunn’s first big project in the DC Cinematic Universe 2.0 even includes Krypto the Dog.

Rated PG-13 · Release date July 11

I Know What You Did Last Summer

The popular fisherman-with-a-hook 1997 slasher gets a “requel”: meaning a “reboot” and “sequel.” Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. return along with a host of new faces (Sarah Pidgeon, Chase Sui Wonders, Madelyn Cline, Jonah Hauer-King, Tyriq Winters).

Rated R · Release date July 18

Eddington

The town is Eddington, New Mexico, and the battle is between the Southwestern hamlet’s “law-and-order” sheriff (Joaquin Phoenix) and its mayor (Pedro Pascal). The man behind the camera is writer-director Ari Aster (Hereditary, Midsommar, Beau Is Afraid), so things are likely to get good and weird.

Rated R · Release date July 18

Fantastic Four: First Steps

Once again (or in this case third time’s a charm), Marvel is attempting to turn the popular comic into a top-tier superhero movie. Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach are the famous and fabulous quartet.  

Rated PG-13 · Release date July 25

Oh, Hi 

A Sundance sleeper hit, this old-fashioned boy (Logan Lerman) meets girl (Molly Gordon), boy and girl go away for a weekend, and boy and girl fall apart, has built major rom-com buzz before Sony Picture Classics picked it up. 

Rated PG-13 · Release date July 25

Together

Michael Shanks directs real-life spouses Dave Franco and Alison Brie who become much closer in this body-horror film that takes lending a hand to a whole new level.

Rated R · Release date July 30

The Naked Gun 4: Rhythm of Evil

Lonely Island director Akiva Schaffer directs Liam Neeson (yes, Oskar Schindler) as Frank Drebin, the role indelibly created by Leslie Nielsen in this fourth entry to the ridiculous Police Squad world.

Not Yet Rated · Release date August 1

Freakier Friday

Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan reunite after twenty years for the sequel to the 2003 remake of Mary Rodgers’ Freaky Friday. The body-switching comedy promises comedy, if not nostalgia.

Not Yet Rated · Release date August 8

Honey Don’t!

Filmmaker Ethan Coen and co-writer/editor/life-partner-in-crime Tricia Cooke offer the second of their proposed “lesbian B-movie trilogy,” with Margaret Qualley (Drive-Away Dolls) playing hardboiled detective Honey O’Donoghue, a throwback gumshoe with both moxie and verve. 

Rated R · Release date August 22

Americana

A highly prized Native American artifact leads a host of intriguing characters down a dangerous path in this wildly entertaining present-day western. 

Rated R · Release date August 22

Lurker

Another standout from Sundance, writer-director Alex Russell’s debut takes a well-worn subject — the disparity of power between the famous and the famous-adjacent — and manifesting danger and cringeworthy comedy. 

Rated R · Release date August 22

Caught Stealing

Darren Aronofsky directs this NYC crime thriller, in which several Lower East Side characters —a former baseball star (Austin Butler), his EMT girlfriend (Zoë Kravitz), his punk-rocker neighbor (Matt Smith), and a variety of gangsters and thugs circa 1998 — find themselves involved in missing Mob money.

Rated R · Release date August 29

The Roses

Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman star in a remake of the 1989 dark comedy, which starred Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner. One of the most bitter battles of marital strife, the new outing promises to be as bleak and venomous as the original.

Rated R · Release date August 29

This article originally appeared in TBR News Media’s Summer Times supplement on June 19, 2025.

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Dakota Johnson and Pedro Pascal in a scene from 'Materialists.' Photo courtesy of A24

Reviewed by Jeffrey Sanzel

Writer-director Celine Song’s feature debut, Past Lives (2024), was an exquisite and near-perfect exploration of the time and space that exist between people, even when they are inches apart. Spanning just over two decades, the film lived in its visceral silences and often awkward but wholly recognizable exchanges. It builds to a painful but tacit triangle, simultaneously satisfying and melancholy. 

Song crafted the film around issues of Korean versus Korean American (or Canadian) culture, discovering what is kept and what must be left behind. Past Lives garnered universal accolades and received over forty well-deserved awards. It received Academy Award nominations for Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay.

From left, Chris Evans, Dakota Johnson and Pedro Pascal star in ‘Materialists’. Photo courtesy of A24

In her sophomore offering, Materialists, Song tells the story of Lucy (Dakota Johnson), a former actor who now works for Adore, a New York City-based matchmaking service. At the outset, the plot appears simple, with Lucy deciding between her ex, the actor John (Chris Evans), and the wealthy financier, Harry (Pedro Pascal), whom she meets at the wedding of her ninth fruitful match. Harry, the brother of the groom, begins actively courting Lucy, taking her on expensive, high-end dates. Meanwhile, the chance encounter with John, who is a cater-waiter at the wedding, causes Lucy to reflect on her current choices.

The matchmaker-who-can’t-find-love is an old and well-worn trope seen in innumerable rom-coms and television shows. Along with Christmas movies, the clichéd setup ranks high as a Hallmark staple. The idea is generic, much like a painting of a bowl of fruit. But therein lies the difference. A million miles exist between a freshman art student’s first-time rendering and Picasso’s vision—whether realistic or cubist. And the same could be said of Song’s Materialists, a riveting delve into not just marriage but skewed expectations of a modern world.

The story remains basic, but the storytelling is rich, layered, and unflinching. The eloquent Lucy easily sells her work as a blend of fantasy and business. The several sequences in which she negotiates with clients reveal her insight, yet her personal absence from the feelings she keeps suppressed. She promotes the idea that these desperate people seek “a nursing home partner and a grave buddy”—that they want partners for the long run. Whether she believes this or not is a matter that comes in and out of focus. For her and agency, a “successful” marriage reduces to a deal. For herself, she admits that her priority is for a rich man. The fact that she states this almost tongue-in-cheek is even more powerful. (The source of this drive is shown in an ugly breakup scene with John on their fifth anniversary.)

The film is basically three-handed. It follows Lucy’s new romance with Harry and her conflicted feelings for John. What they offer is clearly contrasted with Harry’s twelve-million-dollar penthouse and John’s appalling eight-hundred and fifty-dollar rent-controlled apartment, shared with two roommates, one of whom would put a pig to shame. But the differences are not nearly as simple as that.

While Lucy struggles with her personal path, her client, Sophie, in whom she has invested many hours and setups, is assaulted on a first date. The horrific incident forces Lucy to confront her motivations, complicity, and responsibility. 

Dakota Johnson and Chris Evans in a scene from the film. Photo courtesy of A24

Song has constructed a highly literate script, witty and insightful, but allowing the characters to each speak in their own voices. She evokes exceptionally dimensional performances from her three leads. 

Dakota Johnson is flawless in creating someone who is both formidable and fragile, self-deluding and self-aware. She presents herself as a woman who puts on a strong, active front, but is plagued by issues regarding the true meaning of value. She is the heart of the film and never misses a beat. 

Chris Evans’ John is literally and figuratively a mess. Slightly rough around the edges, his John is earnest, genuine, and kind, but the manchild common to those chasing a dream that seems out of reach.

Pedro Pascal makes Harry more than just a foil for the central romance. He brings sweetness and a desire to make the best of his life, even if he is unaware of what he truly wants and needs. A late film revelation only serves to further his unspoken doubts.

Materialists is a more-than-worthy follow-up to Past Lives. Both films are shot in a desaturated world (almost as if light and joy are synonymous); they live in the painful pauses, unusual and erratic rhythms, and the ability to show truth with raw honesty and an occasional splash of humor. Materialists mines the situation, exposing the cynicism but eventually landing on a well-earned note of hope. While not a thriller, Song maintains a breathtaking and unflagging intensity. With Materialists, the filmmaker—the artist—this unique talent—has once again found a tale that will resonate with audiences long after the screen goes black.

Rated R, the film is now playing in local theaters. 

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SUMMER FUN St. Anthony’s Family Festival returns to Trinity Regional School grounds in East Northport from June 25 to June 28. Photo by George Morrish
Thursday June 19

Juneteenth Celebration

Join Walt Whitman Birthplace, 246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station for an evening honoring Juneteenth from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with poetry readings, an African American artifacts display, live music, sweet treats and more. Free. www.waltwhitman.org

Friday June 20

Buffet Dinner Fundraiser

North Shore United Methodist Church, 260 Rte. 25A, Wading River will host a Buffet Dinner Fundraiser to benefit their Rwanda Youth Mission team at 6 p.m. Enjoy a fabulous meal featuring ethnic specialties, mocktails, scrumptious desserts with music by the Riverhead High School Orchestra Quartet. Suggested donation $30, but donations of any amount are welcomed, and will fund the team’s projects at the Rwanda orphanage in July. To reserve your seat, call 631-929-6075. 

Third Friday at the Reboli

The Reboli Center for Art and History, 64 Main St., Stony Brook continues its Third Friday series with a presentation by Peter Nettesheim, an artisan and mechanic currently being exhibited in the gallery’s exhibition, Getting There, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  Light refreshments will be served. Free. No reservations required. 631-751-7707

Saturday June 21

AHEPA Car Show

AHEPA Chapter 319 presents their 4th annual Car, Bike and Truck Show fundraiser at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption, 430 Sheep Pasture Road, Port Jefferson from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with prizes, music, food and raffles. Free for spectators. 516-885-7445

Community-Wide Yard Sale

Time to shop! Three Village Historical Society, 93 North Country Road, Setauket will hold their Annual Community-Wide Yard & Antiques Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. From vintage goods and antiques to handmade crafts and one-of-a-kind art, there’s something for every kind of thrifter, browser, and buyer. 631-751-3730

Rocky Point Garden Tour

Join the Rocky Point Civic Association for their annual Rocky Point Garden Tour, a self-guided tour through nine beautiful home gardens plus a docent led tour of the historic Hallock Homestead home and gardens, on Saturday, June 21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addition, artwork, plants and garden supplies will be available for sale at several gardens. Held rain or shine. $20 per person. Tickets are available at Heritage Paint & Home Design, 637 Route 25A, Rocky Point and Flowers on Broadway, 43 Broadway, Rocky Point. For more information, call 631-521-5726.

Pollinator Festival

New York State Parks will host a Pollinator Festival at Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park, Field 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Main attractions include a live butterfly exhibit, beekeeper demonstration, native plant sale, seed library, face painting, live music, games, vendors and more. Free. 631-269-4333

Sherwood-Jayne House Tours

Sherwood-Jayne Farm House (c. 1730), 55 Old Post Road, Setauket will be open for tours at 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m., courtesy of Preservation Long Island. This guided tour explores the first and second floors of the house. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 ages 10 to 18, free for children ages 9 and under. To reserve your spot, visit www.preservationlongisland.org/tours/.

Family Fun Weekend 

Celebrate summer at a Family Fun Weekend the Shoppes at East Wind, 5720 Route 25A, Wading River today and June 22 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy music, games, face painting, bounce house, crafts and so much more. Free admission. 631-846-2372 

Juneteenth Celebration

Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington will host a Juneteenth Celebration from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Highlights of the day will include historic reflections, poetry, music, dancing, food trucks, giveaways, raffles, cultural experiences and scholarships. In the event of rain, the ceremony will move to Huntington Town Hall. 631-351-3000

Bingo Night Fundraiser

Centereach Fire Department Rescue Company 4, 9 South Washington Ave., Centereach will host a Bingo Night fundraiser from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets are $25 and include a bingo board you can use all night long. Additional boards are only $5 each. Light snacks & refreshments will be provided. Email [email protected] for tickets. 631-588-8652

Sunday June 22

Family Fun Weekend

See June 21 listing.

Elks Car Show

Smithtown Elks Lodge #2036, 120 Edgewood Ave., Smithtown presents its 5th annual Elks Smithtown USA Car Show on from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with antique, classic, custom, muscle and special interest vehicles. Fee is $5 for spectators, kids under 12 are free. Rain date is June 30. 631-873-6068

St. Anthony’s Car Show

The Police Surgeons Benevolent Association in association with the Centurion Cruisers Car Club hosts a benefit car show for SCPD police officer Brendan Gallagher at St. Anthony’s High School, 275 Wolf Hill Rd., Huntington from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with cars, trucks, street rods, muscle cars, police/fire service vehicles and antiques. Admission is $5 for spectators. 631-901-3608

All Ford Car Show

The Mustang and Shelby Club of Long Island will present an All Ford Car Show at Ford of Port Jeff, 44869 Nesconset Highway, Port Jefferson Station from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free for spectators. Rain date is July 6. 631-371-1432

All Abilities Expo

Rescheduled from May 31. Heckscher Park, 2 Prime Ave., Huntington hosts an All Abilities Expo, celebrating individuals of all abilities, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The family friendly event will feature therapy dogs, interactive exhibitor tables, inclusive games and activities, live entertainment, community resources, sensory-friendly experiences, food trucks and more. Free. 631-351-3000

bluerace in concert

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook  presents a concert by bluerace (Pop/Rock) from 3 to 4 p.m. The event is free with general admission ticket purchase. 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org

Benner’s Farm Concert

The Good Earth Sound Stage at Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket welcomes Chic and Friends dance and hoot for a concert at 4 p.m. Bring seating for this outdoor event. $15 donation at the door. 631-689-8172

The Band Easy Street in Concert

Celebrate St. James kicks off their summer concert series at Celebrate Park, 369 Lake Ave., St. James with The Band Easy Street at 7 p.m. Bring seating. 631-984-0201

Monday June 23

Community Blood Drive

The Setauket Fire Department Auxiliary will hold their semi-annual Blood Drive at the Setauket Fire Department located at 394 Nicolls Rd, Stony Brook from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. To schedule an appointment, call 631-444-3662. Walk-ins welcome. 

Country Line Dancing

Celebrate St. James presents Country Line Dance lessons with Natalie at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 2nd St., St. James from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Come learn the hottest dances! $15 per person at the door. Please RSVP at  www.celebratestjames.org. 631-601-5109

Tuesday June 24

NSJC Social Club event

North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to learn about The Nicholas Brothers – phenomenal dancers in the 30’s and 40’s are featured in several movie clips for your amazement at 11 a.m. Bagels and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737

SPIRITUS Festival

The SPIRITUS Chamber Festival, titled “Tales of Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow” will be held at the St. James Episcopal Church, 490 North Country Road, St. James today at 7 p.m.; Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Stony Brook, 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket on June 26 at 7 p.m.; the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook on June 28 at 2 p.m.; and Setauket Presbyterian Church, 5 Caroline Ave., Setauket on June 29 at 7:30 p.m. All concerts will be followed by a reception. Tickets range from $15 to $35.  www.spiritusfestival.org

Nic + Desi at the Engeman

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport continues its special events series with Nic + Desi in concert at 8 p.m. The couple will sing, dance and share their love story in this duo celebration of classic and contemporary Broadway! Tickets are $45. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

Wednesday June 25

Cruise Night at The Shoppes

The Shoppes at East Wind, 5720 Route 25A, Wading River hosts a Cruise Night Car Show tonight and every Wednesday through October from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visit the Shoppes, enjoy a bite to eat and then check out the fine array of classic cars in the parking lot. 631-929-3500

St. Anthony’s Family Festival

Fr. Thomas Judge Knights of Columbus celebrates its 32nd annual St. Anthony’s Family Feast and Festival  at Trinity Regional School, 1025 Fifth Ave., East Northport tonight, 26 and 27 from 6 to 11 p.m. and June 28 from 3 to 11 p.m. Featuring rides, games, food, craft beer, live entertainment by Cirque Cyber, live music nightly. Fireworks on June 28. Free admission, pay-one-price rides or individual rides. 631-262-1891

Library Summer Concert

Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn presents its annual summer outdoor concert featuring The HooDoo Loungers at 7 p.m. The band take their inspiration from the gri gri of Dr. John to the swingin’ rock n’ roll of Fats Domino and blend it all together with a bit of classic soul and New Orleans swing for an inspired and original musical gumbo. This concert is open to the public, and there is no registration required. Rain date is July 9. 631-757-4200

Thursday June 26

SPIRITUS Festival

See June 24 listing.

St. Anthony’s Family Festival

See June 25 listing.

Arts & Alzheimer’s Conference

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook will host the 9th Annual Arts & Alzheimer’s Conference from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The full-day program will feature presentations, activities and performances from local and national experts on how the arts can help increase engagement, and will help attendees discover the vast and enriching opportunities available for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss. Free. Space is limited and pre-registration is required by calling 631-751-0066, ext 211, or emailing [email protected].

HHS Lunch & Learn

Huntington Historical Society continues their  Lunch & Learn series at Red Restaurant, 417 New York Ave., Huntington from noon to 12:30 p.m. LV Kuhn will make a presentation titled History of Wine looking at the origins of viticulture, the rise of great wine regions and estates, and some interesting facts and anecdotes from across the world. Price is $55, $45 members and includes a gourmet two-course meal and dessert. Cash bar available. To register, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.

Community Blood Drive

Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook will host a community blood drive in Community Room B from 1:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. To make an appointment, call 917-566-8537.

Summer Thursday at the LIM

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook kicks off their Summer Thursdays series with an outdoor performance of Jane Austen’s Emma by the EastLine Theater at 5:30 p.m. Emma Woodhouse is clever, educated, and energetic…and in imminent danger of going mad with idleness. In a time when respectable ladies are expected to sit quietly at home, she desperately needs projects—and prides herself on matchmaking. But where Emma’s considerable energies focus, screwball comedy ensues. Bring a picnic, seating and celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th year! Free. www.longislandmuseum.org.

Native American Drumming

All Souls Parish House, 10 Mill Pond Road, Stony Brook will host a Native American Drumming session 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.

Film

LIMEHOF Local Filmmakers Series

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF), 97 Main St., Stony Brook will host a screening of a short comedy, drama, and thriller film block by West Babylon director Joe Pomarico on Saturday, June 21 at 1 p.m. followed by a Q&A. This event is part of LIMEHOF’s Monthly Local Filmmakers Series, which places the spotlight on Long Island-based movie directors and their films. The event is $10 for the screening and Q&A only (no access to the exhibits) at the door or pay museum admission fee for film screening and full access to exhibits. www.limusichalloffame.org

Theater

‘(Mostly) True Things’

(mostly) TRUE THINGS, a compelling evening of true, personal stories with a twist, has its next performance at The Performing Arts Studio, 224 E. Main St., Port Jefferson on June 22 at 4 p.m. with stories on the theme ARRIVAL. Featuring Elizabeth Bosjza, Calvin Cato, Rita Rigano, DEborah Singer and host Jude Treder-Wolff. Tickets are $20 at www.eventbrite.com, $25 at the door (cash only). 

‘South Pacific’

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport continues its Main Stage season with South Pacific from May 15 to June 29. This beloved musical takes place on a South Pacific island during World War II where two love stories are threatened by the dangers of prejudice and war. With songs such as “Some Enchanted Evening,” “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair,” “Younger Than Spring-time,” and “There Is Nothin’ Like A Dame,” South Pacific’s lush score contains some of the best songs ever written by Rodgers & Hammerstein. For more information and to order, call 631-261-2900 or go to www.engemantheater.com.

‘Midsummer Night’s Dream’

The Carriage House Players at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum in  Centerport continues their 36th annual Shakespeare in the Courtyard Festival with Midsummer Night’s Dream from June 1 to June 29. Performances are held on the Vanderbilt mansion courtyard stage on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children under age 12. To order, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org. 516-557-1207

‘Half Time’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson closes its 45th Mainstage season with Half Time from May 24 to June 22. The incredible true story of ten determined dreamers who audition to dance at half time for a major basketball team and have three things in common: they love to dance, they have something to prove, and they are all over 60 years old! Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com. 

‘H.M.S. Pinafore’

The classic comic opera H.M.S. Pinafore heads to Star Playhouse at Suffolk Y/JCCC, 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack on June 29 at 3 p.m., courtesy of  the Gilbert & Sullivan Light Opera Company of Long Island. The comical plot centers on the love story of Josephine, the Captain’s heart-driven daughter, who is torn between devotion and duty. Admission is $35 for adults at the door (seniors/students $30), $30 for adults in advance (seniors/students $25).  For further information, call 516-619-7415 or visit https://gaslocoli.org/tickets.

‘Footloose The Musical’

Up next at the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport is Footloose The Musical from July 10 to Aug. 24. When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher. Based on the hit 1984 movie, the musical contains all of the hit songs including “Let’s Hear It For The Boy,” “Almost Paradise,” “Holding Out For A Hero,” and of course “Footloose!” For tickets, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Much Ado About Nothing’

The Minstrel Players present William Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing at Trinity Episcopal Church, Houghton Hall, 130 main St., Northport on July 19 and July 26 at 8 p.m. and July 20 and July 27 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students. To order, all 516-361-7232 or visit www.theminstrelplayersinc.org.

Class Reunions

— Rocky Point High School Class of 1975 will hold their 50 year reunion at East Wind in Wading River on September 12 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. $150.00 per person includes  reception, hors d’oeuvres, buffet dinner, open bar and dessert. Contact Andrea at 631-774-2474 or [email protected]

Farmers Markets

Huntington

Elm Street parking lot at 228 Main St., Huntington on Sundays from June 1 through Nov. 23 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 631-944-2661

Lake Grove

Southwestern quadrant of Smith Haven Mall parking lot along Middle Country Road year-round on Saturdays (pickles, honey) and full market with vendors on Sundays. Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. both days. 516-444-1280

Northport

Cow Harbor Park parking lot, at the corner of Main Street and Woodbine Ave. in Northport on Saturdays from June 7 through Nov. 22 (except Sept. 20) from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 631-662-7244

Port Jefferson 

Harborfront Park, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. from May 18 through Nov. 23. 631-802-2160

St. James

St. James Lutheran Church, 230 2nd Ave., St. James hosts a farmers market in its parking lot every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from May 31 through October 25. 631-403-7711

Setauket

Three Village Historical Society, 93 North Country Road, Setauket on Fridays from May 16 through September (except Sept. 19) from 3 to 7 p.m. and October from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. 631-751-3730

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