Thursday March 6
Community Blood Drive
Mather Hospital, 75 North Country Road, Port Jefferson will hold a Spring Into Action & Give Blood Drive from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A & B. Appointments preferred, walk-ins welcomed if space permits. To register, visit donate.nybc.org.
Thankful Thursdays
Suffolk County Vanderbilt Planetarium, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport continues its Thankful Thursdays series with a free family-friendly planetarium show at 7 p.m. After the show, they will open the observatory to the public and an astronomy educator will invite you to look through a telescope at the night sky (weather permitting). Recommended for ages 8 and up. For complimentary tickets, visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.
Friday March 7
Wines Around the World
Sip and savor your way around the globe at a new wine tasting event at the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Enjoy wines from Australia, Africa, Portugal, Chile, Long Island and more! Grab a whaler’s passport and follow in the wake of the ships of the Cold Spring Whaling Company, tasting wines inspired by the countries and cultures they encountered along the way. Explore historical artifacts and exciting tales at each port you visit. For ages 21 and older. $45 per person, $35 members. To register, visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org/ 631-367-3418
WinterTide Concert
The Port Jefferson Village Center, 101-A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson presents award-winning finger style guitarist and songwriter Rupert Wates in concert from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. as part of its WinterTide series. Free will donation. Sponsored by St. Charles Hospital and Greater Port Jeff-Northern Brookhaven Arts Council. 631-473-5220
Saturday March 8
Guided Beach Walk
Town of Brookhaven kicks off its Spring Nature Programs for 2025 with a See by the Sound guided beach walk at West Meadow Beach in Stony Brook at 10 a.m. and at the Cedar Beach Nature Center in Mount Sinai at 2 p.m. Come explore shells, gulls and other treasures on the shore. Free but registration required by emailing [email protected].
Needle-Felted Egg Workshop
Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead will hold a Needle-Felted Egg Workshop in the Hudson-Sydlowski House from 10 a.m. to noon. Led by fiber artist Michele Miroff, participants will learn to create a decorative needle-felted egg to take home. Fee is $40, $30 members. There is an additional $25 fee for the needle felting kit, payable in cash to the instructor on the day of the workshop. To register, visit www.hallockville.org. 631-298-5292
Coffee with a Cop
Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to drop by from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to grab a beverage, have a snack, and chat with a 6th Precinct officer. No registration required. 631-928-1212
Superheroes of the Sky
Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown presents Superheroes of the Sky from 11 a.m. to noon. Take a walking tour with Jim while he feeds the Center’s birds of prey and learn about their incredible adaptations that help them survive in the wild. You’ll be seeing a bald eagle, turkey Vultures, owls, hawks and many more. Fee is $10 adults, $5 children. To register, visit www.sweetbriarnc.org.
Second Saturdays Poetry Reading
All Souls Church in Stony Brook continues its Second Saturdays Poetry Reading via Zoom from 11 a.m. to noon. Featured poet will be Geri Parisi Kaplan will be the featured poet. An open reading will follow the featured poet; 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/
Polar Plunge Fundraiser
Join the Smithtown Children’s Foundation for a Polar Plunge fundraiser at the Smithtown Bay Yacht Club, 552 Long Beach Road, Smithtown with registration at 1 p.m. and plunge at 2 p.m. with coffee, hot cocoa, bagels, donuts and raffles. $30 per person. To register, visit www.smithtownchildrensfoundation.com. For more information, call 516-521-7234.
Studio 268 Art Reception
The community is invited to an opening reception for an exhibit featuring the plein air paintings of Stony Brook artist James Engelbert at Studio 268, 268 Main St., Setauket from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The exhibit runs through March 28. For more information, call 631-220-4529.
Artist in the Gallery
Visitors to the Building the Ballot Box exhibition at the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook will have the unique opportunity to meet Kelynn Z. Alder, an artist featured in the show, on the afternoon of International Women’s Day from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Alder will be in the gallery to discuss her art and life and answer visitors’ questions about her. Included with museum admission. 631-751-0066
Dreams of Spain Duo in Concert
All Souls Church, 61 Main St, Stony Brook welcomes the Dreams of Spain Duo featuring Kate Amrine (trumpet) and Nilko Andreas (guitar) at 6 p.m. as part of its Saturdays at Six concert series. The program will feature classical music, Spanish compositions, Brazilian choro, and more. Free. Please bring a can of food to donate to help feed the hungry in our community. 631-655-7798
Sunday March 9
Huntington St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) invites the community to its 91st annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Huntington at 2 p.m. Grand Marshal New York State Assemblyman Keith P. Brown will lead the procession down New York Avenue to Main Street before ending at The Church of St. Patrick. Long Island’s oldest and largest, the parade will feature dozens of pipe bands. For more information, visit www.huntingtonhibernian.com.
Maple Sugaring at Hoyt Farm
The annual, educational Maple Sugaring classes return to Hoyt Farm Nature Preserve, 200 New Highway, Commack from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. The event covers the history of maple sugaring, from its discovery by Native Americans to modern-day technique and includes a special interactive portion for younger participants to learn about tree anatomy, chlorophyll’s role in sap production, and photosynthesis in maple syrup creation. Tickets are $5 per person (cash only). Due to high demand, it is recommended that guests arrive by 1 p.m. to register. 631-543-7804.
Bob Morris Irish Band in concert
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook presents a concert by the Bob Morris Irish Band from 3 to 4 p.m. Expect plenty of jigs and reels along with many of your favorite sing along songs from old Erin. The event is free with general admission ticket purchase. 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org
Sunday Street Concert
The Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook, in partnership with WUSB-FM and the Greater Port Jefferson Arts Council, continues its Sunday Street Concert series with Celebrating Lou Reed and Paul Simon in the Carriage Museum’s Gillespie Room at 5 p.m. Featuring performances by Gene Casey; Caroline Doctorow; Andrew Fortier, Andie Juliette Fortier, and Cole Fortier; Bryan Gallo; Ray Lambiase; Russ Seeger; and Hank Stone. Tickets are $25 in advance at www.sundaystreet.org, $30 at the door (cash only)
Monday March 10
TVHS Lecture
Three Village Historical Society continues its lecture series at the Setauket Neighborhood House, 95 Main St., Setauket with A Step in Time: The History of Irish Dancing at 7 p.m. Today, Irish dancing is a recognized art form performed around the world. But what are its origins? Join Dr. Tara Rider of Stony Brook University as she explores the history of Irish reels and jigs and more. Free will donation. To RSVP, visit www.tvhs.org. 631-751-3730
SHS Spring Lecture
Smithtown Historical Society continues their Spring Lecture series in the Frank Brush Barn, 211 East Main St., Smithtown with The Tallmadge Trail: Military Journey of Spymaster & Major Benjamin Tallmadge at 7 p.m. Historian Robert Von Bernewitz will discuss Tallmadge’s military journey during the American Revolution. No registration necessary. Free, donations appreciated. 631-265-6768
Sound Beach Civic Meeting
The Sound Beach Firehouse, 152 Sound Beach Blvd., Sound Beach will host a meeting by Sound Beach Civic Association at 7:30 p.m. On the agenda will be the first Out of This World Kids Day. Anyone interested in participating or want to know what the plans are as well volunteering is invited. 631-744-6952.
Astronomy Night
Join the Observatories at Avalon Nature Preserve in Stony Brook for a free live observing session, “Some Objects Near & Some Really Far,” from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (weather permitting). Pre-registration is not required. Parking is at the Avalon Barn on Shep Jones Lane. Please note that access is only available from Route 25A, North Country Road due to the Harbor Road closure. Questions? Call 631-689-0619.
Tuesday March 11
NSJC Social Club event
North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to “Everything you wanted to know about Purim, but were afraid to ask” with Rabbi Aaron Benson at 11 a.m. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737
Community Conversation at the LIM
Against the backdrop of the Voices and Votes exhibition, the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A, Stony Brook invites you to join a “Community Conversation” on the theme of Equal Rights for Women from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This particular conversation will be anchored in a speech from Shirley Chisholm, which she gave on the floor of Congress on May 21, 1969. This event is free; preregistration is preferred by visiting www.longislandmuseum.org.
Tony Bennett exhibit opening
The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook will hold an opening reception for its latest exhibit, Tony: A Live Well Lived. from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. featuring hors d’oeuvre and the Jazz Loft Trio presenting the Tony Bennett Song Book. Tickets are $25 at www.thejazzloft.org.
Wednesday March 12
Chair Exercise Class
Rose Caracappa Senior Center, 739 Route 25A, Mt. Sinai hosts a Beginners TheraBand Chair Exercise class from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Improve muscle strength and range of motion with a gentle beginners exercise class. Bands will be provided. Free. To register, call 631-451-5312.
Thursday March 13
The Parlor of Mystery
Theatre Three, 412 Main St. Port Jefferson presents an evening of magic and wonder with The Parlor of Mystery at 8 p.m. This captivating show promises an unparalleled experience that combines mind-bending illusions, jaw-dropping magic, and side-splitting comedy. Featuring Jim Vines, TJ Tana and host Mike Maione. Tickets are $40. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.
Film
‘Shaking it Up’
The Port Jefferson Documentary Series kicks off its spring season with Shaking It Up: The Life and Times of Liz Carpenter at the First United Methodist Church, 603 Main Street, Port Jefferson on March 6 at 7 p.m. The film explores the story of the eponymous woman who was witness to and involved in some of the most historically significant moments of the 20th century, as among her many roles, she was the first female executive assistant to a vice president for Lyndon B. Johnson and then press secretary for Lady Bird Johnson. A conversation with director Abby Ginzberg will follow. Tickets are $10 at the door (cash only) or in advance at www.portjeffdocumentaryseries.com.
‘American Graffiti’
As part of its Reel 1970s series, the Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington will screen American Graffiti on March 6 at 7:30 p.m. An enduring classic, American Graffiti celebrates an America of the early 1960s, where teenagers cruise the streets in hot rods and rock and roll tops the music charts. A story of coming-of-age, it remains one of the most successful films in history. Hosted by film historian Glenn Andreiev. Tickets are $16, $10 members. www.cinemaartscentre.org
‘It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World’
Cinema Arts Center, 423 Park Ave., Huntington continues its Best of the Big Screen series with It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World on March 11 at 7:30 p.m. This 1963 epic Hollywood comedy is an extravaganza of slapstick excess that lets loose an unparalleled cast of legends—including Milton Berle, Sid Caesar, Buddy Hackett, Ethel Merman, Mickey Rooney, Spencer Tracy, and Jonathan Winters—in a hunt for buried treasure. With introduction by film historian Philip Harwood. Tickets are $16, $10 members. www.cinemartscentre.org.
‘Every Little Thing’
The Port Jefferson Documentary Series continues its spring season with Every Little Thing at the First United Methodist Church, 603 Main Street, Port Jefferson on March 13 at 7 p.m. Filmmaker Sally Aiken profiles bird rehabilitator Terry Masear, who has devoted her life to saving and protecting hummingbirds in the Los Angeles area. The screening will be followed by a conversation with Terry Masear, Dr. Carl Safina, Patricia Paladines, and Dr. Maria Bowling. Tickets are $10 at the door (cash only) or in advance at www.portjeffdocumentaryseries.com.
Theater
‘Les Misérables’
Smithtown High School West,100 Central Road, Smithtown presents Les Misérables on March 6, 7 and 8 at 7 p.m. Join them for an unforgettable performance of this Broadway classic! Refreshments and raffles will be available for purchase during the event, Tickets are $15 at the door.
Festival of One Act Plays
Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents the 26th annual Festival of One-Act Plays at The Ronald F. Peierls Theatre on the Second Stage from March 8 to April 5. Featuring the world premieres of 7 one act plays. Tickets are $25. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.
‘Lobby Hero’
Suffolk County Community College, 533 College Road, Selden presents Lobby Hero by Kenneth Lonerga in Theatre 119, Islip Arts Building on March 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, and 15 at 7:30 p.m. and March 9 and 16 at 2 p.m. When Jeff, a luckless young security guard, is drawn into a local murder investigation, loyalties are strained to the breaking point. As Jeff’s tightly wound supervisor is called to bear witness against his troubled brother, and an attractive rookie cop finds she must stand up to her seasoned partner, truth becomes elusive and justice proves costly. No late comer seating. $15 general admission, $10 veterans and students 16 years of age or younger: Suffolk students with current ID: One FREE ticket. To order, call 631-451-4163 or visit sunysuffolk.edu/spotlight.
‘Menopause the Musical’
It’s back! Menopause the Musical returns to the Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown from March 15 to April 6. A hilarious celebration of women and The Change, this musical parody set to classic tunes from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles. See what more than 15 million women and fans worldwide have been laughing about for over 20 years. Tickets are $61.50, $56.50 seniors. To order, call 1-800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.
‘Ring of Fire’
Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson continues its Mainstage season with Ring of Fire: The Johnny Cash Musical Show from March 1 to March 30. From the heart of the songs of singer-songwriter Johnny Cash comes a unique musical show about love and faith, struggle and success, rowdiness and redemption, home and family. Ring of Fire captures America’s legendary Man in Black in an exhilarating, tuneful, foot-stomping celebration. 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.
‘Waitress The Musical’
Up next at the John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport is Waitress The Musical from March 13 to April 27. Based on the 2007 movie, Waitress tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. Faced with an unexpected pregnancy, Jenna fears she may have to abandon the dream of opening her own pie shop — until a baking contest in a nearby county and the town’s handsome new doctor offer her a tempting recipe for happiness. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.
Farmers Markets
Huntington Farmers Market
Spirit of Huntington Art Center, 2 Melville Road North, Huntington Station hosts the Long Island Winter Farmers Market every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. from Jan. 5 through April 27. 631-470-9620
Port Jefferson Farmers Market
The Port Jefferson Winter Farmers Market returns to the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from Jan. 12 to the end of April. 631-802-2160
Vendors Wanted
◆ Sound Beach Civic Association seeks vendors for its “Out of This World” Kids Day on June 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on New York Avenue in Sound Beach—a free event celebrating children and their uniqueness. Craft/retail vendors, vendors providing only information or kids activities, food trucks, and non-profits should call 631-744-6952 or email [email protected].
◆ Benner’s Farm, 56 Gnarled Hollow Road, East Setauket seeks vendors for its popular Easter Egg Hunts on April 19 and April 20. Fee is $55 for one day, $90 for two days for a 10’ by 10’ spot. For more information, call 631-689-8172 or email [email protected].
◆ Three Village Historical Society, 93 North Country Road, Setauket seeks full-season, seasonal, pop-up and food truck vendors for its 11th annual Three Village Farmers & Artisans Market on Fridays from May 2 to Oct. 24. Hours are 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. from May to September, and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in October. For an application and more information, visit www.tvhs.org or call 631-751-3730.
◆ Port Jefferson Historical Society seeks Antique Dealers for the Antiques and Garden Weekend at the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101A East Broadway, Port Jefferson on May 3 and May 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information,, visit portjeffhistorical.org or email [email protected].
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