Times … and dates: Dec. 26, 2024 to Jan. 2, 2025
Ongoing
Holiday Light Show
The Riverhead Holiday Light Show, 149 Edwards Ave., Calverton is back for its 7th season on various days from Nov. 15 to Dec. 31. The largest drive-through light show in Suffolk County features dozens of dazzling displays to delight the entire family! For schedule and tickets, visit www.holidaylightshow.com.
Festival of Trees
Visit the Festival of Trees, a month long extravaganza to kick off the holiday shopping season, on the second floor of the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson Dec. 1 through Jan. 2 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free. 631-802-2160
Thursday Dec. 26
Holiday Train Display
Town of Brookhaven’s Longwood Estate, corner of Longwood Road and Smith Road, Ridge will host a Holiday Train Display today through Dec 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participate in an “I Spy” game and try to find all the hidden items in the display. Free event. 631-924-1820
Friday Dec. 27
Holiday Train Display
See Dec. 26 listing.
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 Dec. 28
Holiday Train Display
See Dec. 26 listing.
Caleb Smith Hike
Join the staff at Caleb Smith State Park Preserve, 581 W. Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown for Trails Less Traveled from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Enjoy some refreshing autumn air as you embark on some of the hilly, secluded trails of the park. $4 per person. Reservations taken on eventbrite.com.
Organ Concert
Mt. Sinai Congregational Church, 233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai will host an Organ Concert by Michael Kearney at 4 p.m. Come hear beautiful organ music in the church sanctuary. There will be a free will donation, with proceeds used to repair the organ. For additional information, contact 631-473-1582.
Sunday Dec. 29
Holiday Train Display
See Dec. 26 listing.
Lydia Von Hof in concert
The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame, 97 Main St., Stony Brook presents a concert by folk-rock harmony trio Lydia Von Hof from 3 to 4 p.m. The event is free with general admission ticket purchase. 631-689-5888, www.limusichalloffame.org.
Monday Dec. 30
Holiday Train Display
See Dec. 26 listing.
Tuesday Dec. 31
Holiday Train Display
See Dec. 26 listing.
NSJC Social Club event
North Shore Jewish Center Social Club, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station invites the community to a club meeting in the Social Hall at 11 a.m. Rabbi Aaron Benson will discuss the current situation in Israel. Bagels, cream cheese and coffee will be served. $5 per person, $4 members. 631-928-3737
New Year’s Laughin’ Eve
Join Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson for a New Year’s Laughin’ Eve at 6 p.m. (early bird show) or 8 p.m. with comedians Meghan Hanley, Chris Monty and Mick Thomas. Tickets are $70 for the early bird show, $80 for the prime time show. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.
New Year’s Eve Extravaganza
The Jazz Loft, 275 Christian Ave., Stony Brook presents Tom Manuel’s New Year’s Eve Extravaganza with shows at 7 p.m. and again at 10 p.m. Join The Jazz Loft All-Stars and accompanying vocalist on the dance floor. $75 per person includes open bar, beer and wine and champagne toast. www.thejazzloft.org.
New Year’s Eve Comedy Night
Ring in the New Year with laughs as the Smithtown Performing Arts Center, 2 East Main St., Smithtown and Governor’s Comedy Clubs host a night of comedy at 10 p.m. Stand-ups include Kevin Downey Jr., Olga Namer, Debbie D’Amore and MC Jessica Collazo. $90 per person includes an open bar of beer and wine, a selection of hors d’oeuvres and a champagne toast at midnight. To order, call 1-800-595-4849 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.
Wednesday Jan. 1
First Day Hike at Sunken Meadow
Join the staff at Sunken Meadow State Park, Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park in kicking off the new year with a 2-mile hike to explore Sunken Meadow State Park from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Take in the breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound as you travel along the Sunken Meadow boardwalk and trails. Meet at Field 1, Park Office. Call 631-269-4333 for further details.
First Day Hike at Caumsett
Join the staff at Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington for a 5-mile habitat hike through the fields and forest of Caumsett to enjoy the history and nature of the park from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please remember to dress warm and for rain, bring water. For ages 8 and up. Meet at flagpole by office. No registration necessary. Free. Call 631-423-1770 for further info.
New Year’s Day Hike
Join Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, 1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor for a New Year’s Day Hike at 11 a.m. Come learn about Long Island winter habitats and end your visit with a guided 1/2 mile nature hike, Family friendly. Free with general admission fee of $7 adults $6 seniors, $5 children ages 5 to 12. Pre-registration is required by visiting cshfishhatchery.org or click here.
Thursday Jan. 2
Medicaid Enrollment Assistance
Comsewogue Public Library, 170 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station hosts a Medicaid Enrollment Assistance event for the Aged, Blind, and Disabled from 10:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Those 65+, blind, and/or disabled can enroll in selected Medicaid programs. First come, first served. No appointment necessary. For more information, contact the Nassau-Suffolk HospitalCouncil at 631-656-9783 (option 2) or visit: https://coverage4healthcare.org/
Film
‘Christmas Vacation’
Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington presents National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation on Dec. 28 at 9:30 p.m. America’s favorite family; The Griswolds are back and ready to celebrate Christmas with their extended family the only way they could in a continuous chain of disastrous events! Rated PG-13. Tickets are $16, $10 members. www.cinemaartscentre.org.
Theater
‘Crossing Delancey’
Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson continues its 54th season with Susan Sandler’s Crossing Delancey from Jan. 18 to Feb. 9. Isabel is an independent young woman living alone and working in a book shop. When not pining after a handsome author, she visits her grandmother in Manhattan’s Lower East Side. This spunky granny and her friend the matchmaker have found a “good catch” for Izzy, whose initial reluctance gives way to a blossoming romance when she finally meets Sam, the pickle vendor. A sincere, delightful, and loving comedy — fresh, timeless, and heart-warming. Tickets are $40 adults, $32 seniors and students, and $25 for children ages 5 to 12. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.
‘Heartbreak Hotel’
The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport presents Heartbreak Hotel from Jan. 16 to March 2. The tribute to Elvis takes a closer look at the musical icon whose impact shaped the history of rock and roll as well as popular culture following him from his early days to his rise to become “The King of Rock and Roll.” Featuring over 40 Elvis hits and iconic songs including “That’s All Right,” “All Shook Up,” “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Burning Love,” “Good Rockin’ Tonight,” “Hound Dog,” “Love Me Tender,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Jail- house Rock,” “Are You Lonesome,” and “Blue Suede Shoes.” Tickets start at $80. To order, call 631-261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.
Festival of One Act Plays
Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson presents the 26th annual Festival of One-Act Plays at The Ronald F. Peierls Theatre on the Second Stage from March 8 to April 5. Featuring the world premieres of 7 one act plays. Tickets are $25. To order, call 631-928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.
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. through April 27. 631-470-9620
Port Jefferson Farmers Market
The Port Jefferson Winter Farmers Market returns to the Port Jefferson Village Center, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. from Jan. 12 to the end of April.631-802-216
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