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If you’re over 50, bone health should be on your radar

By David Dunaief, M.D.

Dr. David Dunaief

As the U.S. population ages, the prevalence of osteoporosis is increasing. Fifty percent of women and 25 percent of men will break a bone due to osteoporosis in their lifetimes, according to the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (1). 

Hip fractures are most concerning, because they increase mortality risk dramatically. In addition, more than 50 percent of hip fracture survivors are no longer able to live independently (2).

Does dairy consumption reduce osteoporosis risk?

The importance of drinking milk for strong bones has been drilled into us since we were toddlers. Milk has calcium and is fortified with vitamin D, so milk could only be helpful, right? Not necessarily.

The data are mixed, but studies suggest that milk may not be as beneficial as we have been raised to believe.

The results of a large, observational study involving men and women in Sweden showed that milk may be harmful (3). When comparing those who consumed three or more cups of milk daily to those who consumed less than one, there was a 93 percent increased risk of mortality in women between the ages of 39 and 74. 

There was also an indication of increased mortality based on dosage: for every one glass of milk consumed, there was a 15 percent increased risk of death for women. There was a much smaller, but significant, three percent per glass increased risk of death in men. For both men and women, biomarkers were found in the urine that indicate higher levels of oxidative stress and inflammation.

This 20-year study was eye-opening. We cannot make any decisive conclusions, only associations. It does get you thinking, though. The researchers surmise that milk has high levels of D-galactose, a simple sugar that may increase inflammation and ultimately contribute to this potentially negative effect.

Ironically, the USDA recommends that, from the age of 9 years through adulthood, we consume about three cups of dairy per day (4). Previous studies also showed milk may not be beneficial for preventing osteoporotic fractures. Specifically, in a meta-analysis that used data from the Nurses’ Health Study for women and the Health Professionals Follow-up Study for men, neither men nor women saw any benefit from milk consumption in preventing hip fractures (5).

In a 2020 meta-analysis of an array of past studies, researchers concluded that increased consumption of milk and other dairy products did not lower osteoporosis and hip fracture risks (6).

Do calcium supplements reduce risk?

We know calcium is a required element for strong bones, but do supplements really prevent osteoporosis and subsequent fractures? Again, the data are mixed, but supplements may not be the answer for those who are not deficient.

In a meta-analysis involving a group of observational studies, there was no statistically significant improvement in hip fracture risk in those men or women ingesting at least 300 mg of calcium from supplements and/or food daily (7).

The researchers did not differentiate among the types of foods containing calcium. In a group of randomized controlled trials analyzed in the same study, those taking 800 to 1,600 mg of calcium supplements per day also saw no increased benefit in reducing nonvertebral fractures. In fact, in four clinical trials the researchers saw an increase in hip fractures among those who took calcium supplements. A weakness of this large study is that vitamin D baseline levels, exercise and phosphate levels were not considered in the analysis.

Do vitamin D supplements reduce risk?

Finally, though the data are not always consistent for vitamin D, it appears it may be valuable when it comes to fracture prevention. In a meta-analysis involving 11 randomized controlled trials, vitamin D supplementation resulted in a reduction in fractures (8). 

When patients were given a median dose of 800 IUs (ranging from 792 to 2,000 IUs) of vitamin D daily, those who were ages 65 and over experienced a significant 14 percent reduction in nonvertebral fractures and an even greater 30 percent reduction in hip fractures. However, vitamin D in lower levels showed no significant ability to reduce fracture risk.

Where does that leave us?

Our knowledge of dietary approaches is continually evolving. Milk and dairy may be an example of this. No definitive statement can be made about calcium, although even in randomized controlled trials with supplements, there seemed to be no significant benefit. However, the patients in these trials were not necessarily deficient in calcium nor vitamin D.

In order to get benefit from vitamin D supplementation to prevent fracture, older patients may need at least 800 IUs per day.

Remember that treatment and prevention approaches should be individualized, and deficiencies in vitamin D or calcium should usually be treated, of course. Please, talk to your doctor before adding or changing any supplements.

References:

(1) www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org. (2) EndocrinePractice. 2020 May;26(supp 1):1-46. (3) BMJ 2014;349:g6015. (4) health.gov. (5) JAMA Pediatr. 2014;168(1):54-60. (6) Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2020;60(10):1722-1737. (7) Am J Clin Nutr. 2007 Dec;86(6):1780-1790. (8) N Engl J Med. 2012 Aug. 2;367(5):481.

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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A scene from a previous Maker Faire Long Island. Photo courtesy of Long Island Explorium
A scene from a previous Maker Faire Long Island. Photo courtesy of Long Island Explorium
A scene from a previous Maker Faire Long Island. Photo courtesy of Long Island Explorium

By Tara Mae

Ingenuity and imagination synthesize into innovation. The Long Island Explorium, a science and engineering museum in Port Jefferson, celebrates the projects and persons involved in this process with the 7th annual Maker Faire Long Island at the Port Jefferson Village Center, LI Explorium and Harborfront Park at 101 East Broadway on Saturday, June 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Featuring more than 75 exhibits and 120 presenters showcasing their creations, this multi-sensory experiential event lauds efforts in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM). Exhibits range from robotics and cosplay design to environmental engineering projects, scientific advancements, kinetic art, and fire sculptures.

Highlights include:

Adam Foster’s Royal Trumpets: Majestic 15-foot kinetic pyrotechnic sound sculptures.

Mandalorian Mercs Costume Club: Bringing the Star Wars universe to life. (pictured above)

Long Island Drone Soccer: An electrifying new sport combining drone technology with soccer.

Princesses with Powertools: Empowering young engineers with hands-on projects.

Balloon Bot Brawl: A thrilling robot showdown led by high school maker Ray Rumore.

Learn to Solder Workshop: Taught by Elijah Horland of Mythbusters Jr, sponsored by PCBWay.

Besides individual contributions, organizations such as Suffolk County Community College, Brookhaven National Labs, and Stony Brook University will show some of their work. Scientists and educators from the university will also participate in ‘Ask a Scientist” Q&A sessions that enable young attendees to cultivate their curiosity as they ask scientific questions of professionals. 

In addition to the dialogues, displays, and demonstrations, the Faire will have live musical performances, including a songwriter showcase, from 1 to 5 p.m., and two performances by the Umisora Taiko Drummers.

“Maker Faire is a global movement that combines elements of classic science fairs with innovation, creativity, and STEAM. It is known as the ‘Greatest Show & Tell on Earth,’ showcasing makers’ ingenuity and creativity. Maker Faire Long Island…embodies this spirit,” said Long Island Explorium’s Director of Digital Media/Marketing/Programming Lisa Collet Rodriguez.

With conventions in other locations like New York City, San Francisco, Barcelona, and Berlin, the Maker Faire Long Island is part of a larger international initiative that fuses scientific experimentation with artistic expression. By embracing these pursuits, the family-friendly occasion seeks to engage audiences of all ages, with interactive elements geared towards youth. 

“I wish I had [Maker Faires] when I was younger. They have provided me a platform and support to share my works with tens of thousands of makers across the country, and inspire future generations of makers. It’s a win win,” said maker Adam Foster, of Rochester.

A musician, steel fabricator designer, and engineer, Foster made “The Royal Trumpets,” six 15 foot tall kinetic sculptures. They allude to the trumpets that historically announced royalty. And at the Maker Faire, this grandeur is both a celebration of community and an invitation for new members to join it. 

Encouraging visitors to dream and learn are not the only collective goals shared by many of the participants. The Faire is an opportunity for pragmatic ponderers and methodical mavericks to network with each other.

“Popular subcultures always have places to gather, such as Comic-Con. Maker Faire is that place for people passionate about the intersection of Arts and STEM now called STEAM,” maker Elijah Horland, of Brooklyn, said. “At a Maker Faire we gather, not just to show off our skills, but to collaborate with peers, mentors, and beginners alike in a supportive environment.”

Through his company, Not-A-Bomb, Horland develops mechatronic projects that incorporate engineering lessons curated to entertain and educate. He is a MythBuster from the Discovery Channel reality show and the executive producer of Maker Faire Coney Island. 

A number of the makers participate in other Maker Faires throughout the country, sharing their projects with interested parties and building relationships. 

“Maker Faires are these amazing events where people from all different backgrounds and with all different interests can come together and find a bigger community,” said maker Caeley Looney of Austin, Texas.

Originally from Farmingdale, Looney is the founder and CEO of Reinvented Inc., a nonprofit organization that hosts Princesses with Powertools. The program connects girls with women in Science, Technology, and Math (STEM) professions who, while dressed as princesses, teach them how to operate their first power tools. 

“Innovation is diversity driven. Without having diverse minds and voices working on the leading edge of science and technology, new ideas, products, and solutions will never be created. Women play a huge role in this, but historically have been left out of these fields and conversations — and that bias and pushback is still felt by students today,” she added. 

Bringing STE[A]M to individuals who historically have less access to it is a motivating factor and ongoing endeavor for many Faire associates, according to Long Island Explorium Executive Director Angeline Judex.

“Many people don’t think of museums as agents of social change in communities, but the Long Island Explorium plays a vital role on Long Island as a lighthouse of enriching STEM programs that foster inventive thinking and serve as a catalyst for empowerment,” Judex said. 

“The Maker Faire is strategically aligned with our vision to promote STEM discovery, learning, and innovation that will shape the intellect, social values, and principles of future generations,” she added.

Advanced tickets may be purchased online through EventBrite. Individual tickets, including fees, are $13.36 per person. A family pass, which has tickets for two adults and up to five children, are $57.65 including fees. Tickets at the door for individuals are $16.65, including fees. Tickets at the door for family passes are $62.80, including fees. 

For more information, including a complete list of exhibitors and schedules, visit longisland.makerfaire.com. 

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Tickets are now on sale for the 12th annual Rocky Point Garden Tour, a self-guided walk through the community’s best home gardens, on Saturday, June 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with garden goods for sale and raffle. $20 per person. Tickets are available at Heritage Paint, 637 Route 25A, Rocky Point and Flowers on Broadway, 43 Broadway, Rocky Point. All proceeds benefit the Rocky Point Civic Association. For more information, call 631-521-5726.

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Licorice first entered the shelter system in January 2023 when he was found as a stray. He waited patiently for his family to claim him; however, that day never came. He sat at the town shelter for about a month before Little Shelter in Huntington stepped in. They rescued him, hoping he would have a better chance at finding a family here, yet that does not seem to be the case. He has been searching for his new family for over 480 days. It is a mystery to everyone as to why he is still waiting.

Licorice is an energetic dog with a lot of love and affection to give. He is a lab/collie mix estimated to be about 5-6 years old and weighing about 58 lbs. He is a sucker for tennis balls, squeaky toys, belly rubs, and of course treats. His only request is a home without any other furry friends as he is not a fan. Licorice is eager to please and excellent companionship material.

An additional incentive for his potential adopters is a waived adoption fee! For the month of June, Licorice will be the shelter’s Star of the Month. With this special recognition, they only ask for a $25 hold fee and that is it.

Don’t let Licorice spend another night in a shelter. If you are looking for a dog to play fetch with and snuggle up on the couch with then Licorice could be your perfect match!

Little Shelter is located at 33 Warner Road in Huntington. For more information or to adopt Licorice, call 631-368-8770, ext. 21.

 

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FAMILY FUN Saints Phillip and James Church in St. James kicks off its annual Family Festival on June 13. File photo by Steven Zaitz/TBR News Media
Thursday June 6

Crafts & Cocktails

Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor for Crafts & Cocktails: Clownfish from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Enjoy a rainbow cocktail as you discover why all clownfish are born male and how tropical hamlets manage to be both male and female at the same time. Then try your hand at quilling, a trendy paper craft with ancient roots, to create a 3D quilled ocean scene. For adults 21+. $30 per participant, ​$20 for members. Register at www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Next Chapter Author Talk

Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino heads to The Next Chapter, 204 New York Ave., Huntington at 7 p.m. to speak about and sign his book, Reality Check: Making the Best of The Situation – How I Overcame Addiction, Loss, and Prison. No ticket is necessary to attend this event. You will be able to reserve your copy of the book and pick it up on the night of the event. Books may also be purchased the night of the event. 631-482-5008

Friday June 7

No events listed for this day.

Saturday June 8

Safe Boating Course 

The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor hosts a NYS Safe Boating Course from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for adults and children ages 10 and older. Join them to receive your NYS Safe Boating Certificate. Learn the essentials of safe boat operation, regulations, and responsibilities of boat ownership. This course meets the NYS education requirement for the Personal Water Craft Operation Permit, Youth and Adult Boating Certificate. ​$35 per participant. To register, visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Lavendar Festival

Waterdrinker Family Farms, 663 Wading River Road, Manorville hosts a Lavendar Festival and French Market today and June 9 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tiptoe through Lavender Lane and enjoy beautiful photo displays, live music, food trucks, local vendors and family fun! $20 per person for ages 3 and older at the gate. 631-878-8653

St. James Strawberry Festival

St. James Episcopal Church, 490 North Country Road, St. James will host their annual Strawberry Festival from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Featuring raffle baskets, baked goods, garden table, lunch, antiques, Grandpa’s Garage, children’s activities, church and cemetery tours and, of course, strawberry treats! Free admission. 631-584-5560

Caumsett Hike

Join the staff at Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington for a History of Caumsett Hike from 9:45 to 11:45 a.m. On this hilly, moderately long walk (approx. 2 miles), you will study the park’s social economic, architectural, and political history.  Adults only. $4 per person. Reservations required. 631-423-1770.

Northport Maritime Day

U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary – Flotilla 22-02  will host a Northport Maritime Day and Blessing of the Fleet at Northport Village Park and Dock from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with music, farmers market, children’s activities, exhibits, tours of vessels and a parade of boats (11 a.m.).  www.maritimeday.net

Makers Faire Long Island

Long Island Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson hosts the 7th annual Makers Faire Long Island at the Explorium, Port Jefferson Village Center and Harborfront Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. With over 100 makers and more than 2000 participants of all ages, attendees will have the opportunity to explore innovative robotics, interactive art, and much more through hands-on exhibits and performances at the Long Island Explorium, Village Center, and Harborfront Park. longisland.makerfaire.com See more on page B11.

Butterfly Festival

To celebrate the opening of its butterfly Vivarium, Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown will host its annual Butterfly Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The day will be filled with wildlife presentations, craft vendors, food trucks and musical performances. $25 admission per carload. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org. 631-979-6344

Pottery and Craft Show

Join the Brick Clay Studio & Gallery, 2 Flowerfield, St. James for their  Annual Outdoor Pottery and Craft Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shop for one of a kind hand-made pottery by members, jewelry. oil paintings, wood working, candles, wire botanicals, needle craft and more along with raffles, live music, and refreshments by Level Up Kitchen.  The Gallery will also be open to browse and purchase unique handmade pottery made on the premises.  833-THE-BRICK, www.thebrickstudio.org  

Manorville Strawberry Festival

Lenny Bruno Farms, 740 Wading River Road, Manorville will hold their third annual Strawberry Festival today and June 9 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with artisan vendors, live music, face painting, food trucks and more. Admission is $10 per person, free for children 2 and under. 631-591-3592

Super Yard Sale

The Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge will hold its annual Yard Sale at the Graham’s House, 53 Brooksite Drive, Smithtown today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and June 9 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lots of treasures! 631-584-6316

Second Saturdays Poetry Reading

All Souls Church in Stony Brook continues its Second Saturdays Poetry Reading via Zoom from 11 a.m. to noon. The featured poet will be Rosie Wiesner 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/

Car Show and Craft Fair

The Sachem North Leo’s Club will host its Annual Car Show and Family Craft Fair at Sachem North High School, 212 Smith Road, Lake Ronkonkoma from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring a car show, live music, food trucks, vendors, games and basket raffles. Rain date is June 9. 631-219-0226

Public Art Crawl

Town of Huntington presents the 4th annual Public Art Crawl, a celebration of the thriving art and cultural community in the village, from noon to 5 p.m. with live art, music, children’s activities, mural scavenger hunt, art and pub tours, local art market and more. Rain date is June 15. 631-423-6100

A Night of Comedy

The St. James Fire Department’s Rescue Company and Auxiliary presents A Night of Comedy fundraiser at Station #2, 221 Jefferson Ave., St. James with dinner, drinks, raffles, 50/50 and a show with comedians John Santo and Tommy Gooch. Doors open at 5 p.m., show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $50 per person. Ages 21 and over only. To order, call 631-521-6399

Deepwells Comedy Night

Deepwells Farm Historical Society, 2 Taylor Lane, St. James hosts a Comedy Night fundraiser starring Joey Kola with doors opening at 7:30 p.m. and show at 8 p.m. $60 per person includes Green Room Hour with refreshments, snacks, wine, coffee and tea. For ages 21 and over. Visit Deepwell’s Facebook page to RSVP.

LIGMC Pride Concert

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Stony Brook, 380 Nicolls Road, East Setauket hosts a concert by The Long Island Gay Men’s Chorus at 8 p.m. Titled “Jukebox Saturday Night,” it features the greatest hits of all time from the glory days of vinyl from the 1950s through the turn of the 21st century. Tickets are $25 available online at ligmc.org/concerts & at the door.

Sunday June 9

Lavendar Festival

See June 8 listing.

Manorville Strawberry Festival

See June 8 listing.

Super Yard Sale

See June 8 listing.

Spring Car Show

Still Cruisin’  L.I. Car Club presents its 29th annual Spring Car Show at Amvets Post 48, 660 Hawkins Ave., Ronkonkoma from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with vendors, basket raffles and music. Donation requested for spectators. 631-732-1231

Mustang Car Show

The Mustang & Shelby Club of Long Island will hold a car show at Port Jefferson Ford, 4869 Nesconset Hwy, Port Jefferson Station from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come and see some of the best Mustangs and other Fords on Long Island at this judged car show. Free for spectators. 

Blessing of the Fleet

Mt. Sinai Yacht Club, 244 harbor Beach Road, Mt. Sinai hosts the 21st annual Blessing of the Fleet with boats lining up outside of Mt Sinai Harbor inlet at 11 a.m.  with a parade and blessing at 11:30 a.m. Prize for best decorated boat. 631-473-2993

Farmingville Street Fair

Farmingville Hills Chamber of Commerce hosts its 12th annual Farmingville Street Fair along Portion Rd, between Leeds Blvd. and Warren Ave. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come out for an afternoon of fun featuring live music and entertainment, a classic car show, activities for kids and bounce houses, plenty of delicious food, beer garden, and hundreds of vendors specializing in crafts, toys, jewelry, clothing, accessories, and more. 631-317-1738, www.farmingvillestreetfair.com

Duck Pond Day

The annual Duck Pond Day returns to the downtown Historical district of Wading River at the Wading River Duck Ponds,  2034 North Country Road, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come join this fun-filled street fair that celebrates the community. Featuring over vendors, live music and food trucks. Free admission. 631-886-2559

Long Island Pride Celebration

The Village of Huntington will host the 2024 Long Island Pride Celebration kicking off with a parade at noon. Participants will march down Main Street all the way to the intersection of Main Street and Prime Avenue, with a festival and concert featuring 5 hours of nonstop entertainment, vendors, family area, and beer & wine garden and so much more! www.lipride.org

Spring Rummage Sale

Temple Beth El Sisterhood, 660 Park Ave., Huntington will hold a Spring Rummage Sale today from 2 to 5 p.m. and June 10 (Bag Day ­— everything you can fit in a provided bag for $10 ) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop for clothing, jewelry, household goods, toys, art, CDs and DVDs and more. 631-421-5835 

Benner’s Farm Concert

Good Earth Soundstage at Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket welcomes Martha Trachtenburg and Tom Griffith with Jean-Paul Vest in concert from 3 to 5 p.m. $15 donation at the door. Bring seating. Proceeds will benefit the artists and Homestead Arts for this year’s Fiddle & Folk Festival. 631-689-8172

Sound Symphony Concert

Comsewogue High School, 565 Bicycle Path, Port Jefferson Station will host a concert by the Sound Symphony Orchestra directed by Maestro Dorothy Savitch at 2 p.m. The program will include works by Mozart, Wagner and Holst. Admission is $20 adults, $15 seniors, $10 students, children under age 12 are free. www.soundsymphony.org.

Ray Lambiase in concert

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

LIGMC Pride Concert

St. John’s Episcopal Church, 12 Prospect St., Huntington hosts a concert by The Long Island Gay Men’s Chorus titled “Jukebox Saturday Night,” featuring the greatest hits of all time from the glory days of vinyl from the 1950s through the turn of the 21st century at 5:30 p.m. immediately following the Long Island Pride Parade. Tickets are $25 available online at ligmc.org/concerts and at the door.

Monday June 10

Spring Rummage Sale

See June 9 listing.

Sound Beach Civic Meeting

Sound Beach Civic Association will hold at meeting at the Sound Beach Firehouse, 152 Sound Beach Blvd., Sound Beach at 7:30 p.m. Laura Hawrey, Director of the North Shore Public Library, will discuss the many services the library offers. All are welcome. For more information call 631-744-6952

Movie Trivia Night at the CAC

Join the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington for a Movie Trivia Night at 8 p.m. Try to answer 50 questions based all around film, actors and actresses, awards, and everything else associated with the world of film. Challenge like-minded film fans in a battle of wits for cash and other prizes. You can form teams, so bring some friends and work together. Feel free to come alone and play solo as well! Hosted by Dan French. Tickets are $11 per person, $7 members at www.cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7610.

Here Comes The Sun in concert

The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport continues its Special Events series with a performance by Here Comes the Sun tonight and June 11 at 8 p.m. This five-person band of multi-instrumentalists/vocalists will celebrate a decade of Beatles music including “She Loves You” to “Sgt. Pepper’s” and “Tax Man” to “Let It Be.” Tickets are $45. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

Tuesday June 11

Here Comes The Sun in concert

See June 10 listing.

NSJC Social Club event

North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to a special concert featuring the Bretton Woods Traveling Chorus featuring songs from show performances in the Social Hall at 11 a.m. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737

Next Chapter Author Talk

Next Chapter, 204 New York Ave., Huntington welcomes local author Patricia Ruth for an Author Talk and Book signing at 7 p.m. Ruth will discuss and sign copies of just published second novel LIQuID 5. To register, visit www.thenextchapterli.com. For more information, call 631-482-5008.

Wednesday June 12

Mattituck Strawberry Festival

The 69th annual Mattituck Lions Club Strawberry Festival, 1105 North Road, Mattituck will be held today and June 13 from 5 to 10 p.m., June 14 from 5 to 11 p.m., June 15 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and June 16 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Highlights include strawberry shortcake, strawberries dipped in chocolate, live music, crowning of the Strawberry Queen, over 100 arts and craft vendors, carnival rides, food and fireworks on June 14, 15 and 16 (weather permitting). Admission varies based on festival days. www.mattituckstrawberryfestival.com

Support for Veterans

Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station will host a Support for Veterans event  from 10 a.m. to noon. Meet with a local veteran to learn about free resources for service members, families, and veterans of all eras. No registration required. Questions? Call 631-928-1212.

Cruise Night Car Show

The Shoppes at East Wind, 5720 Route 25A, Wading River hosts a Cruise Night Car Show every Wednesday through October from 5 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

Thursday June 13

Mattituck Strawberry Festival

See June 12 listing.

LIM Alzheimer’s Conference

The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook presents its 8th Annual Arts and Alzheimer’s Conference from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Discover the vast and enriching opportunities available for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss. This daylong conference is intended for those who work in healthcare facilities, professional & family care partners, as well as the staff of cultural organizations who are looking to find meaningful ways to further connect with those living with dementia through the arts. Available in person or on Zoom at no charge. Preregistration is required by visiting www.longislandmuseum.org.

Community Blood Drive

A blood drive by New York Blood Center in memory of  NYPD Detective Anastasios Tsakos will be held  at Saint Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church, 1 Shrine Place, Greenlawn from 1 to 9 p.m. For more information, call 631-261-7272 or call 800-933-BLOOD.

St. Philip St. James Family Festival 

Saints Philip & James Roman Catholic Church, 1 Carow Place, St. James will host their annual Family Festival today, June 14 and 15 from 6 to 10 p.m. and June 16 from 5 to 9 p.m. This family friendly annual festival features exciting carnival rides for all ages by Newton Shows, delicious festival eats and carnival treats, games and  prizes, and fun for the entire family. Free admission, pay-one-price rides or individual rides. 631-584-5454

Theater 

‘The Producers’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents Mel Brooks’ The Producers from May 18 to June 22. With something to offend everyone, the hilarious show-biz hit follows the antics of a pair of scheming Broadway producers with a plan to put on the biggest flop of all time. Featuring “If You’ve Got It, Flaunt It,” That Face,” “Keep It Gay,” and the outrageous “Springtime for Hitler.” Contains adult humor and situations. 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. 

‘Jersey Boys’

Extended! John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St. Northport presents Jersey Boys, the story of Franki Valli & The Four Seasons, from March 14 to June 30. They were just 4 guys from Jersey until they sang their very first note–a sound the radio just couldn’t get enough of. But while their harmonies were perfect on stage, off stage was a different story ­— a story that has made them a sensation all over again. Winner of the 2006 Tony© Award for “Best Musical,” Jersey Boys features the top ten hits “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” and “December, 1963 (Oh What A Night).” To order tickets, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. 

‘Peter and the Starcatcher’

Celebrate St. James presents a performance of Peter and the Starcatcher by the Lighthouse Repertory Theatre at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 Second St., St. James on June 7 at 8 p.m. with light refreshments at 7:30 p.m. A heartwarming adventure for the entire family. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students at www.celebratestjames.org. 631-941-0201

‘Romeo and Juliet’

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport continues its 35th annual Shakespeare in the Courtyard Festival with Romeo and Juliet from June 7 to July 5 (No performance June 19 & 21). Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy of star crossed lovers follows two families locked in an ancient rivalry. When two children from opposing sides fall in love, they challenge the imposed norms of the time and set both families on a path to ruin. Presented by the Carriage House Players, the show will take place in the mansion’s Spanish Revival Courtyard on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children. To order, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

‘Newsies’

Stop the presses! This Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit Newsies heads to the Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown from July 13 to Aug. 18. Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right! Tickets are $35 adults, $32 seniors, $25 students. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org.

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Briar Rose (Cassidy O'Brien), Snow White (Julia Albino) and Cinderella (Veronica Fox) star in this new musical. Photo by Steven Uihlein/Theatre Three
Cinderella (Veronica Fox). Photo by Steven Uihlein/Theatre Three
Snow White (Julia Albino). Photo by Steven Uihlein/Theatre Three
Briar Rose (Cassidy O'Brien). Photo by Steven Uihlein/Theatre Three
Sean Amato and Cassidy Rose O'Brien in a scene from the show. Photo by Steven Uihlein/Theatre Three
Veronica Fox and Sean Amato in a scene from the show. Photo by Steven Uihlein/Theatre Three
A scene from 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
A scene from 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
A scene from 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
A scene from 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
A scene from 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
A scene from 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
A scene from 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
A scene from 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
A scene from 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
A scene from 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
A scene from 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
The cast of 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'
The cast of 'The Mystery of the Missing Ever After'

By Julianne Mosher

What if Snow White, Cinderella and Briar Rose didn’t get their happy endings? Snow White would have been poisoned by the apple, Cinderella forever a maid and Briar Rose would sleep until eternity. These fairy tales have had dozens of interpretations each throughout the years, but one thing is common — there is always a happily ever after. 

But Theatre Three is taking it a step further and switching it up. Making its world premiere, The Mystery of the Missing Ever After, written by Jeffrey Hoffman, Douglas J. Quattrock and Jeffrey Sanzel, brings in a bit of mystery with a lot of original music. 

Directed by Sanzel, the show starts off with what the three princess’ lives looked like after the final chapter closed. Cinderella (Veronica Fox) runs a show emporium, Snow White (Julia Albino) has opened a laundry service with the dwarves and Briar Rose (aka the Sleeping Beauty and played by Cassidy Rose O’Brien) has a successful meditation business, helping other fairytale and folklore creatures calm down. 

They live with their princes, Adrian, Basil and Constantine (all performed by Sean Amato) who each have their own quirky personalities but support their wives. 

In town, we’re introduced to other members of the community including the formerly evil Rumpelstiltskin (Steven Uihlein) who says he changed his ways and now helps children by buying them food and toys. Alice — formerly of Wonderland and played by Louisa Bikowski — now runs a retrieval agency, Alice’s Wonderland Wonders, and her colleague, the White Rabbit (Jason Furnari) struggles with severe anxiety and seeks out help from Briar Rose. 

As the play goes on, the princesses’ start to realize odd things happening — apples appearing out of nowhere, Briar falling asleep at any given moment and Cinderella loses her beautiful blue gown (one of many stunning costumes courtesy of Jason Allyn), transforming into her former self wearing an apron covered in ash. Soon after, their princes begin to forget who they are. That being the final straw, the three then decide that they need to figure out what is going on and why.

Along the way, they meet other favorite characters from different children’s books including Peter Pan (Liam Marsigliano), Little Red Riding Hood (Gina Lardi) and Puss in Boots (Kaitlyn Jehle), just to name a few. 

With the help of families in the audience, the mystery of the stolen happily ever after is solved — and it’s quite the surprise of who’s behind it. 

With a solid score of 12 original songs, written by Hoffman and Quattrock, and performed by this stellar cast, there is something for everyone here. Although it’s caters to young children, parents and older siblings will not be disappointed, either. 

So, get your glass slippers on and head down to Theatre Three in Port Jefferson to see this unique, fun, entertaining and awesome play. Stop by the lobby on your way out for a group photo with the cast.

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents The Mystery of the Missing Ever After through June 15. Costumes are encouraged. All seats are $12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.

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Not all fruit raises your sugars. METRO photo

By David Dunaief, M.D.

Dr. David Dunaief

Our understanding of type 2 diabetes management is continually evolving. With this, we need to retire some older guidance. Here, we review a few common myths and the research that debunks them.

Myth: Fruit should be limited or avoided.

Fact: Diabetes patients are often advised to limit fruit in any form — whether whole, juiced, or dried — because it can raise your sugars. This is only partly true.

Yes, fruit juice and dried fruit should be avoided, because they do raise or spike glucose (sugar) levels. This includes dates, raisins, and apple juice, which are often added to “no sugar” foods to sweeten them. The same does not hold true for whole fruit, whether fresh or frozen. Studies have shown that patients with diabetes don’t experience sugar level spikes, whether they limit whole fruits or consume an abundance (1). In a different study, whole fruit was even shown to reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes (2).

In yet another study, researchers considered the impacts of different types of whole fruits on glucose levels. They found that berries reduced glucose levels the most, but even bananas and grapes reduced these levels (3). That’s right, bananas and grapes, two fruits people associate with spiking sugar levels and increasing carbohydrate load, actually lowered these levels. The only fruit tested that seemed to have a mildly negative impact on sugars was cantaloupe.

Whole fruit is not synonymous with sugar. One reason for the beneficial effect is the fruits’ flavonoids, or plant micronutrients, but another is their fiber.

Myth: All carbohydrates raise your sugars.

Fact: Fiber is one type of carbohydrate that has distinct benefits. It is important for reducing risk for an array of diseases and for improving their outcomes. This is also true for type 2 diabetes. 

Two very large prospective observational studies, the Nurses’ Health Study (NHS) and NHS II, showed that plant fiber helped reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes (4). Researchers looked at lignans, a type of plant fiber, specifically examining the metabolites enterodiol and enterolactone. They found that patients with type 2 diabetes have substantially lower levels of these metabolites in their urine, compared to the control group without diabetes. There was a direct relationship between the amount of metabolites and the reduction in diabetes risk: the more they consumed and the more metabolites in their urine, the lower the risk. The authors encourage patients to eat more of a plant-based diet to get this benefit.

Foods with lignans include cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and cauliflower; an assortment of fruits and whole grains; flaxseed; and sesame seeds (5). The researchers could not determine which plants contributed the greatest benefit; however, they believe antioxidant activity drives this effect.

Myth: You should you avoid soy when you have diabetes.

Fact: In diabetes patients with nephropathy (kidney damage or disease), soy consumption was associated with kidney function improvements (6). There were significant reductions in urinary creatinine levels and proteinuria (protein in the urine), both signs that the kidneys are beginning to function better.

This was a four-year, small, randomized control trial with 41 participants. The control group’s diet comprised 70 percent animal protein and 30 percent vegetable protein, while the treatment group’s diet consisted of 35 percent animal protein, 35 percent textured soy protein and 30 percent vegetable protein.

This is very important, since diabetes patients are 20 to 40 times more likely to develop nephropathy than those without diabetes (7). It appears that soy protein may put substantially less stress on the kidneys than animal protein. However, those who have hypothyroidism and low iodine levels should be cautious about soy consumption; some studies suggest it might interfere with synthetic thyroid medications’ effectiveness (8).

Myth: Bariatric surgery is a good alternative to lifestyle changes.

Fact: Bariatric surgery has grown in prevalence for treating severely obese (BMI>35 kg/m²) and obese (BMI >30 kg/m²) diabetes patients. In a meta-analysis of 16 randomized control trials and observational studies, the procedure led to better results than conventional medicines over a 17-month follow-up period for HbA1C (three-month blood glucose), fasting blood glucose and weight loss (9). During this period, 72 percent of those patients treated with bariatric surgery went into diabetes remission and had significant weight loss.

However, after 10 years without proper management involving lifestyle changes, only 36 percent remained in diabetes remission, and many regained weight. Thus, even with bariatric surgery, altering diet and exercise are critical to maintaining long-term benefits.

We still have a lot to learn with diabetes, but our understanding of how to manage lifestyle modifications, specifically diet, is becoming clearer. Emphasizing a plant-based diet focused on whole fruits, vegetables, beans and legumes can improve your outcomes. If you choose a medical approach, bariatric surgery is a viable option, but you still need to make significant lifestyle changes to sustain its benefits.

References:

(1) Nutr J. 2013 Mar. 5;12:29. (2) Am J Clin Nutr. 2012 Apr.;95:925-933. (3) BMJ online 2013 Aug. 29. (4) Diabetes Care. online 2014 Feb. 18. (5) Br J Nutr. 2005;93:393–402. (6) Diabetes Care. 2008;31:648-654. (7) N Engl J Med. 1993;328:1676–1685. (8) Thyroid. 2006 Mar;16(3):249-58. (9) Obes Surg. 2014;24:437-455.

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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Artist Stuart Friedman paints at Frank Melville Memorial Park during a previous Wet Paint Festival. Photo courtesy of Gallery North
Two-day plein air painting event combines art, history and nature

By Rita J. Egan

Gallery North’s 20th annual Wet Paint Festival will take place in what was once considered a Setauket hub.

Held on June 1 and 2, the plein air painting event, featuring more than 40 artists, will be held on the grounds of the Tyler Homestead. Located at 97 Main Street, the mid-1700s home sits across the street from the Setauket Post Office and Frank Melville Memorial Park. Right in the homestead’s backyard is the Patriots Rock Historical Site, where the Battle of Setauket was fought.

For the 2024 event, Gallery North has partnered with Three Village Community Trust (TVCT), which owns the Tyler home. Erin Smith, Gallery North’s director of development, said they were pleased that the land trust was willing to make the Tyler Homestead available for the event.

The property will serve as the center point, where artists can explore around and near the property to decide the subject of their paintings. Choices include the house and property, Frank Melville Memorial Park, Patriots Rock, the Setauket Green, Emma S. Clark Memorial Library, nearby churches and the three Factory Worker Houses located less than a mile down the road.

“You bring your easel, and whatever vignette or view that moves you, you paint,” Smith said. “It’s nice because the whole idea of plein air painting is that it captures the light really well, and it gets you outside. You can really capture the historic beauty of the area in a unique way.”

Smith added that, during past festivals, some artists have chosen to paint objects such as an ice cream truck or bench. As for the Tyler Homestead and the area, it was chosen for “its historical significance and natural beauty.”

“It’s a highly visible central location for the community,” she explained.

Herb Mones, TVCT president, agreed that the Tyler house is the perfect location.

“It not only has the expansive yard, but it’s on Main Street, and it’s so close to so many other historical sites, parks and venues that the artists could spread out, and yet the Tyler house is the central focus,” he said.

In addition to various activities set up in the Tyler Homestead’s back and side yards, Mones said TVCT will provide tours of the Patriots Rock site and discuss the role early Setauket residents and British occupiers played during the American Revolution.

Artist Angela Stratton, who has participated in past Wet Paint Festivals, said she always looks forward to being outside and choosing what to paint.

“When you go out to paint, and you’re looking around, it’s kind of what hits you in your heart,” Stratton said. “One day, to some, a certain spot can look beautiful. The next day you can go and that doesn’t intrigue you.”

The artist added that she welcomes spectators’ questions and appreciates children being exposed to art at the festival. How quickly an artist completes a painting, she said, depends on the person and the canvas size. She said many base how long they spend on a painting on how the sunlight hits a subject during a certain time of day or some will stay despite the light passing.

For Three Village Historical Society Historian Beverly C. Tyler, the homestead is more than a landmark; it’s the home he grew up in. The historian said for a time the property had flowers all over, from front to back, that his stepfather, Lou Davis, cared for. Tyler described the flowers as “absolutely gorgeous.”

“Having the Wet Paint Festival there is sort of a continuation of his efforts to use the property,” Tyler said.

The historian fondly remembers playing on the grounds.

“Everything was very interesting around there, and I would sometimes sit on the front porch and just watch the cars go by and count the number of Chevys and Fords and other types of cars that were going by, and I could see everybody that came into the post office.”

Tyler added the area appeared in several postcards, and the Neighborhood House next to his family home was once a summer boarding house his grandfather ran in the late 1800s and the early 1900s.

In addition to viewing artists at work, attendees can participate in wildlife and plant life lectures or go on a guided tour of plein air paintings with regional artists Doug Reina and Christine D’Addario. WUSB 90.1 FM/107.3 FM will present live musical performances each day. Visitors will also be able to purchase food from LevelUp Kitchen and enjoy a delicious picnic in an idyllic setting.

Later in the month, from June 25 to July 7, art lovers can enjoy an exhibition at the Reboli Center for Art and History, 64 Main St., Stony Brook featuring the participating artists’ paintings. An opening reception will be held on June 25 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Schedule of Events

Saturday, June 1

11 a.m. History Walk with members of the Three Village Community Trust

Noon to 2 p.m. Music by Tom Killourhy

12:30 p.m. Meet local wildlife from Sweetbriar Nature Center

2 p.m. Take part in a plein air art tour with artist Christine D’Addario

Sunday, June 2

11 a.m. History Tour with Margo Arceri of Tri-Spy Tours

11:30 a.m. Nature Walk with the Four Harbors Audubon Society

Noon to 2 p.m. Music by Kane Daily

1:30 p.m. Plein air Art Tour with artist Doug Reina

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Generously sponsored by the Village Art Collective and Suffolk County’s Department of Economic Development and Planning., the Wet Paint Festival will be held on the grounds of the Tyler Homestead, 97 Main St., Setauket from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, and Sunday, June 2. The event is free of charge for spectators. A rain date is scheduled for June 15 and 16. For more information, call 631-751-2676 or visit gallerynorth.org/pages/wet-paint-festival.

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BORN TO CRUISE Flowerfield Fairgrounds in St. James will host a Car Show and Swap Meet by Long Island Cars on June 2. Photo courtesy of LI Cars
Thursday May 30

The Setalcott Story

The Ward Melville High School’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee presents A Walk Through the History of the Setalcott Nation at the Setauket Neighborhood House, 95 Main St., Setauket from noon to 7 p.m. with photographs, letters, recipes, garments. Enjoy an educational discussion with Helen Sells of the Setalcott Nation at 1 p.m. and again at 6 p.m. Free admission. 631-751-6208

An Evening of Jazz

The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook presents the Interplay Jazz Orchestra in concert at 7 p.m. The 17 piece big band will be co-directed by Joe Devassy on trombone and Gary Henderson on trumpet. Ticket are $30 adults, $25 seniors, $20 students, $15 children, under age 5 free. To order, visit www.thejazzloft.org. 631-751-1895

The Other Irish Tenors in Concert

Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for a benefit concert for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital featuring The Other Irish Tenors and Guests  at 7 p.m. Followed by an after party with beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $80 per person. Call 631-928-9100.

Friday May 31

Celebrate Whitman’s Birthday

Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site, 246 Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station invites the community to drop in and celebrate Walt Whitman’s birthday from noon to 5 p.m. by planting flowers and listening to live music. A birthday cake will be provided in honor of the famous poet. Free.  631-427-5240

Coffee House Concert

Celebrate St. James continues its Coffee House concert series with music of The Beatles by The Two of Us — Paula & Dave at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 Second St., St. James at 7 p.m. Special coffee beverages and tea along with sweet treats will be available. Tickets are $25, $20 members at www.celebratestjames.org. 631-941-0201

Poets in Port

First Presbyterian Church, 300 Main St., Northport hosts the Northport Arts Coalition’s Poets in Port featuring Joy Alford at 7:30 p.m. Free tickets are through EventBrite.com. www.northportarts.org

Symphony Orchestra Concert

Northport HIgh School, 154 Laurel Hill Road, Northport hosts a classical music concert by the Northport Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Eric Mahl at 8 p.m. The concert will feature violinist Jeremias Sergiani-Velázquez as soloist in the Violin Concerto by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.  The program will also include Symphony No. 1, known as “The Titan,” by Gustav Mahler. Tickets are $15 at the door. www.northportsymphony.org

Friday Night Face Off

Friday Night Face Off, Long Island’s longest running Improv Comedy Show, returns to Theatre Three’s Second Stage, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson tonight at 11 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 1

Congregational Garage Sale

Christ Lutheran Church Youth Group, 189 Burr Road, East Northport will hold a HUGE Congregational Garage Sale from 8 a.m. to noon. Lots of treasures. 631-499-4655

Science in the Community – Just added!

Join scientists from Brookhaven Lab for Science in the Community as they discuss the wonders of the universe at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum and Reichert Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy hands-on experiences that show the different weights in different planetary gravities, explore craters of the moon, and more! The Vanderbilt Museum and grounds and Reichert Planetarium will open at 9:30 am and admission will be FREE for all members of the public until 2:00 pm. Visitors will have access to the grounds as well as exhibits in the Vanderbilt Mansion and Marine Museum. Seating for the scientific talks and Planetarium shows require reservations. . For more information, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Wet Paint Festival

Gallery North hosts the 20th annual Wet Paint Festival on the grounds of the Tyler Homestead, 97 Main St., Setauket today and June 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. With over 40 participating artists, visitors can observe plein air painters working at their easels in the beautiful outdoor setting of Setauket’s historic Main Street. Rain dates are June 9 and 10. Free. 631-751-2676

Dance Studio Yard Sale 

Amy Tyler School of Dance, 1 Reeves Road, Port Jefferson will hold a Yard Sale today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and June 2 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Items include costumes, crafts, dance books, air conditioners, scenery pieces, nutcracker gifts and more. 631-476-3970

Joseph Lloyd Manor Guided Tour – just added!

Take a tour of the Joseph Lloyd Manor, 1 Lloyd Lane, Lloyd Harbor every Saturday and Sunday from today to Oct. 6 at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. Joseph Lloyd Manor was completed in 1767 for Joseph Lloyd (1716–1780). Here, Jupiter Hammon, one of America’s first published black writers, composed his best-known works while enslaved by the Lloyd family. This guided tour will lead visitors through the first and second floor of the Manor, and will provide visitors the opportunity to consider and discuss the complicated history of a successful merchant family divided by war alongside the perspective of a man in bondage reflecting on liberty in the newly formed United States. $10 per adult, free for ages 16 and under. To reserve your spot, visit www.preservationlongisland.org/tours/

Sherwood-Jayne House Tour – just added!

Tour Sherwood-Jayne House, 55 Old Post Road, East Setauket every Saturday from today through Oct. 5at 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Built around 1730, the Sherwood-Jayne Farm House survives today in its original 18th century agrarian landscape. It served as the home of the Jayne family, including William Jayne II, a prominent Loyalist during the Revolutionary War. The Jaynes maintained the farm for over 150 years before selling it in 1908 to New York attorney Howard Sherwood, the founder of Preservation Long Island. He restored the farm to its colonial appearance and used the house to showcase his collection of American and European antiques. This guided tour explores the first and second floors of the house and invites visitors to consider questions like: What is the cost of freedom? How should we preserve the past? Tickets are $10 adults, free for ages 15 and under. To reserve your spot, visit www.preservationlongisland.org/tours/

Maritime Walking Tour – This event has been canceled!

Three Village Historical Society hosts a Down the Ways Wooden Ship Era Walking Tour at 1 p.m. Join historian Bev Tyler in exploring the history of shipbuilding in Setauket. Guests will learn about shipbuilders, ship captains, and families prominent in Setauket’s maritime history. Tour leaves from the Town Dock at 58 Shore Road, East Setauket. $20 per person. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time. Walk-ins welcome, but reservations are strongly recommended by visiting www.tvhs.org. Walk-ins must pay in cash at the start of tour. 631-751-3730

Newfield HS Car Show

Newfield High School, 145 Marshall Drive, Selden will present a Car Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with food, raffles and trophies. Free for spectators. Proceeds to support the Newfield football team. 631-285-8300

Library Summer Kick Off

Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to a Summer Kick Off  from 2 to 4 p.m. Enjoy a variety of activities for all ages including live music, green screen photos, lawn games, farm animals, face painting, Summer Reading Club registration, video games, and more! Held rain or shine. 631-928-1212

Whales, Ales & BRINY Tales

The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor hosts it annual fundraiser — Whales, Ales & Briny Tales from 2 to 5 p.m. Enjoy tastings from local craft brewers, pickle tastings, live sea chanteys, museum activities including pickle lectures, adult scavenger hunt and more! For ages 21+. Advance tickets are $40, $30 members; $45, $35, $15 designated drivers at the door. www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Saturdays at Six Concert

All Souls Church, 61 Main St., Stony Brook continues its Saturdays at Six concert series with a performance by The Dumitrascu & Gorgone String Duo of the Whitman String Quartet at 6 p.m. The pair will present a program of violin and viola duets from early twentieth century Eastern Europe to the present-day Americas. Free. 631-655-7798

Us and Floyd in Concert

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport welcomes Pink Floyd tribute band Us and Floyd for two dazzling live performances – in sync with two Pink Floyd laser-light shows: The Wall at 7 p.m. and Dark Side of the Moon at 9 p.m. Advance tickets are $35 adults, $30 members, $30 age 15 and under; $40 adults, $30 members and age 15 and under $30 at the door. www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Sunday June 2

Wet Paint Festival

See June 1 listing.

Dance Studio Yard Sale 

See June 1 listing.

Car Show and Swap Meet

“Long Island Cars” Car Show & Swap Meet heads to Flowerfield Fairground, Route 25A, St. James from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hundreds of  classic and collectible automobiles including show cars from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s,  one-of-a-kind custom cars, antiques, exotics, muscle cars, street rods, trucks and imports will be on display. $10 admission, children ages 12 and under are free. 631-567-5898

Smithtown Festival Day

Smithtown Chamber of Commerce hosts its annual Smithtown Festival Day along Main Street in Smithtown from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Enjoy local vendors, family friendly activities, karate demonstrations, live performances, face painting, food trucks and more. Free. 631-979-8069

Paws of War Car Show

Join Paws of War, 127 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset for a car show fundraiser featuring vintage, custom and classic cars from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with music, raffles, 50/50 and food truck. Free for spectators. Rain date is June 9. 631-624-4126

Art in the Parking Lot

Art League of Long Island, 107 East Deer Park Road. Dix Hills hosts its 54th Annual spring fine art & craft fair in the parking lot from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. More than 40 artists and craftspeople will show and sell original works of art and handmade crafts such as paintings, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, woodwork, glasswork, photography, fiber art, wearable art and more. Rain date is June 9. 631-462-5400

Gravestone Cleaning Workshop – just added!

There are 100 wrong ways to clean a headstone, and very few right ways. Robert Von Bernewitz , Cemetery Committee Chair at the Three Village Historical Society will host a cemetery and gravestone cleaning workshop for the public on the grounds of the TVHS, 93 North Country Road, Setauket at 10 a.m. The workshop will be covering some Long Island burial history, cemetery etiquette, and the professional methods for cleaning centuries old gravestones without damaging them. This is a teaching workshop only. Attendees can sign up for future dates with hands-on opportunities to put their knowledge to good use throughout the community. No sign up necessary. Free and open to all. 631-751-3730

Spring Garden Tour

Huntington Historical Society hosts its annual Spring Garden Tour from noon to 5 p.m. This self-guided tour allows access to several private gardens across Huntington to delight and inspire you. And don’t miss refreshments and the popular plant sale located at the historical Kissam property. Tickets are $50, $40 members in advance; $55 on day of tour if available. To order tickets, visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org. 631-427-7045, ext. 401

Organ Recital 

St. John’s Episcopal Church, 1670 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor invites the community to an organ recital, A Journey with Suffolk AGO” featuring Matthew Luca in celebration of winners of the 2024 SAGO Organ Scholarships at 4 p.m. Suggested donation is $15 adults, $10 seniors and students, $25 family. 516-692-6368

Monday June 3

No events listed for this day.

Tuesday June 4

Goat & Alpaca Yoga

The Smithtown Historical Society, 239 E. Main St. Smithtown presents two Goat & Alpaca Yoga workshops tonight (5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.) with Steppin’ Out Ponies and Petting Zoo. Tickets are $35 at www.eventbrite.com. 631-265-6768

Trivia Night: Flower Power

Join the Whaling Museum of Cold Spring Harbor for a virtual Trivia Nite: Flower Power at 7 p.m. You don’t need to be a bloom expert to spot flowery moments in movies, music, animals, sports, geography, and theater — with whales & ships thrown in too, of course! Prizes will be awarded. Free, suggested donation of $10 gratefully appreciated. Sign up at www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

An Evening of Comedy

Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Stand Up/Sit Down! series with comedian Richie Minervini at 8 p.m. The evening will feature a screening of e ‘Richie Minervini Roastumentary’ followed by stand-up and an interview with host Steven Taub.  Finally, expect numerous comedians to show-up and participate in the Q&A with laughter filled stories and heartfelt tributes to Richie and Eastside Comedy Club. Tickets are $40, $30 members. www.cinemaartscentre.org

Wednesday June 5

Suffolk County Job Fair

Calling all job seekers! Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook will host a job fair by the Suffolk County Department of Labor in Community Rooms A and B from 10 a.m. to noon. Bring your resume and dress to impress. No registration required. 631-588-5024

Cruise Night Car Show

The Shoppes at East Wind, 5720 Route 25A, Wading River hosts a Cruise Night Car Show every Wednesday through October from 5 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

Author Talk

The Next Chapter Bookstore, 204 New York Ave., Huntington welcomes Anthony Scaramucci to speak about and sign his book From Wall Street to the White House and Back at 7 p.m. Learn from the successes, the fights, and the failures of the businessman and former White House Communications Director. Copies of the book may be purchased the night of the event. 631-482-5008

Thursday June 6

Crafts & Cocktails

Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor for Crafts & Cocktails: Clownfish from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Enjoy a rainbow cocktail as you discover why all clownfish are born male and how tropical hamlets manage to be both male and female at the same time. Then try your hand at quilling, a trendy paper craft with ancient roots, to create a 3D quilled ocean scene. For adults 21+. $30 per participant, ​$20 for members. Register at www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.

Film

‘New Wave: Dare to be Different’

The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook  hosts a special screening of New Wave; Dare to be Different’ on June 2 at 3 p.m. followed by an in-person Q&A with the film’s director Ellen Goldfarb, and stars from the documentary, WLIR’s own Denis McNamara and Larry “The Duck” Dunn. Free to members, and for non-members included with your single admission to the Billy Joel exhibit ($39), or, for a reduced price to the Hall of Fame that is not inclusive of the Billy Joel exhibit ($26). 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org. 

‘One Life’

Join Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station to watch One Life, the true story of Sir Nicholas Winton, starring Anthony Hopkins, Johnny Flynn, and Helena Bonham Carter on June 4 from 2 to 4 p.m. Open to all. Call 631-928-1212 or visit www.cplib.org to reserve your seat. 

Theater 

‘Antigone’

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport kicks off the 35th annual Shakespeare in the Courtyard Festival with Antigone by Sophocles from May 3 to June 2. One of the finest examples of Greek Tragedy, Antigone follows the events of the Oedipus legend, wherein the title character displays great strength as she disobeys King Creon in an attempt to bury her brother in consecrated ground. Presented by the Carriage House Players, the show will take place in the mansion’s Spanish Revival Courtyard on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children. To order, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

‘Jersey Boys’

Extended! John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St. Northport presents Jersey Boys, the story of Franki Valli & The Four Seasons, from March 14 to June 30. They were just 4 guys from Jersey until they sang their very first note–a sound the radio just couldn’t get enough of. But while their harmonies were perfect on stage, off stage was a different story ­— a story that has made them a sensation all over again. Winner of the 2006 Tony© Award for “Best Musical,” Jersey Boys features the top ten hits “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like A Man,” “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” and “December, 1963 (Oh What A Night).” To order tickets, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com. 

‘The Producers’

Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents Mel Brooks’ The Producers from May 18 to June 22. With something to offend everyone, the hilarious show-biz hit follows the antics of a pair of scheming Broadway producers with a plan to put on the biggest flop of all time. Featuring “If You’ve Got It, Flaunt It,” That Face,” “Keep It Gay,” and the outrageous “Springtime for Hitler,” The Producers is a side-splitting musical bliss. Contains adult humor and situations. 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. 

‘The Addams Family’

John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents The Addams Family School Edition on June 3 and June 4 at 8 p.m.  Performed entirely by students of the John W. Engeman Studio. Tickets are $25 per person. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

‘Peter and the Starcatcher’

Celebrate St. James presents a performance of Peter and the Starcatcher by the Lighthouse Repertory Theatre at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center, 176 Second St., St. James on June 7 at 8 p.m. with light refreshments at 7:30 p.m. A heartwarming adventure for the entire family. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and students at www.celebratestjames.org. 631-941-0201

‘Romeo and Juliet’

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport continues its 35th annual Shakespeare in the Courtyard Festival with Romeo and Juliet from June 7 to July 5 (No performance June 19 & 21).Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy of star crossed lovers follows two families locked in an ancient rivalry. When two children from opposing sides fall in love, they challenge the imposed norms of the time and set both families on a path to ruin. Presented by the Carriage House Players, the show will take place in the mansion’s Spanish Revival Courtyard on Wednesdays and Fridays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 adults, $15 seniors and children. To order, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

‘Newsies’

Stop the presses! This Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit Newsies heads to the Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown from July 13 to Aug. 18. Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right! Tickets are $35 adults, $32 seniors, $25 students. To order, visit www.smithtownpac.org. 

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Sloan

“Have enough courage to trust love one more time and always one more time.”

~ Maya Angelo

With a name synonymous with “warrior”, three-year-old Sloan is no stranger to adversity. Born into a hoarding situation, she, along with several others, was given another chance by Little Shelter Animal Rescue & Adoption Center. After finding what was supposed to be her permanent home, Sloan sadly again found herself in a situation where she wasn’t able to be cared for properly, prompting her relinquishment to Road to Home Rescue Support.

Sloan

After Sloan underwent blood work along with other necessary medical care, it was recognized that she suffered from a seizure disorder. Already settled into a loving foster home, it was then that her link to Little Shelter was discovered, prompting a collaboration between two incredible organizations. Working together to ultimately ensure her safety, future happiness, and well-being, both are invested in finding the best outcome for Sloan, putting her needs first and foremost.

Making remarkable strides with her foster mom, she is receiving her meds regularly and has not had another seizure under her current prescribed regime. Estimated to cost only $32.00/month, her twice daily medication has kept her seizures at bay and she has received a clean bill of health from her neurologist. She is spayed and up-to-date on her vaccines, as well as microchipped.

Thriving in her current living situation, she is finally able to just be her best self, engaging in playtime and enjoying cuddles, revealing an adorable, funny, and lovable personality. She has harmonious relationships with cats and other small dogs, is crate, leash, and wee wee pad trained (while making progress with going outside) and is just about perfect in every way that counts. Now, Sloan is ready to experience what all dogs deserve, a place where she is loved and cherished as part of a real family, in a forever home of her very own.

If you’re willing to open your heart to this remarkable girl, please contact Little Shelter Rescue and Adoption Center at 631-368-8770 ext 21 for information on how to adopt Sloan.

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