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IN THIS ISSUE

MERCHANT SPOTLIGHT P. DeBlasio Builders...... 4 Our Town HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS Christmas Tree Lighting ...... 6 S • T • J • A • M • E • S Menorah Lighting...... 6 St. James “Holiday Happenings” ...... 8 Breakfast With Santa ...... 10 STAFF Christmas Concert at Sts. Philip & James R.C. Church ...... 10 Ruth Garthe ...... Editor Holiday Tea & Sale at St. James United Methodist Church ...... 12 Smithtown Historical Society’s Annual Holiday Luncheon ...... 12 Robin Clark ...... Associate Editor St. James Model RR Display and Holiday Market ...... 14 Elizabeth Isabelle . . Feature Writer Seiskaya Ballet’s Nutcracker at Staller Center ...... 16 St. James Episcopal Church Christmas Fair ...... 16 William Garthe ...... Advertising Smithtown Historical Society’s Community Wreath Contest ...... 18 Sales Free Holiday Bus Trip to Calverton Cemetery ...... 20 Coping With the Holidays After the Loss of a Loved One ..20 & 28 S.J.F.D.’s Annual Christmas & Holiday Parade ...... 22-24 Three Village Historical Society Candlelight House Tour ...... 26 OUR TOWN AROUND TOWN – ST. JAMES – Halloween Parade Cancelled...... 32 Boy Scout Troop 301 News...... 34 & 36 is a monthly publication produced Art in the Park ...... 36 exclusively for the people of Veterans – Why You Should Belong to the American Legion ....38 St. James, Nissequogue and Lee Certilman Named Chairman of Auto Dealers Assoc...... 40 Head of the Harbor, L.I., N.Y. IN THE NEWS Smithtown Food Pantry Donations Still Needed ...... 41 Call 631-862-9849 for Civic Association Meeting Notice & Membership Form ...... 42-43 Advertising & Copy Deadline HISTORICALLY SPEAKING ...... 44-47 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT OUR TOWN is mailed directly to Mills Pond House Gallery Calendar of Events ...... 48 every residence & business in the On Stage at Smithtown Performing Arts Center ...... 50-51 11780 zip code area Gallery North Classes ...... 52 LISCA Celebrates 50th Anniversary with Special Concert ...... 53 (6559 total copies mailed) Swing Dance Long Island ...... 53 St. James Post Office Permit #10 The Jazz Loft Event Schedule ...... 54 St. James, NY 11780 Smithtown Historical Society’s Annual Heritage Ball ...... 55 The Atelier at Flowerfield Happenings ...... 56 Published by Smithtown Historical Society Happenings ...... 58 Graphics du jour, Ltd. Long Island Museum Calendar ...... 60-61 359 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11780 Programs Offered at the Library...... 62-67 631-862-9849 / Fax: 631-862-9839 On Stage at Staller Center ...... 82 email: [email protected] DESIGN IDEAS ...... 68 website: www.ourtownstjames.com NATURALLY SPEAKING ...... 70 NATURE PAGES For Kids (and Adults) ...... 72-73 Not responsible for typographical errors. IN THE SCHOOLS ...... 74-82 We reserve the right at our sole discretion to edit or SHORT STORY: Oh Deer! ...... 83 refuse to print editorial or advertising material deemed detrimental to Our Town’s public image HEALTH NOTES or unsuitable for its readers. Frozen Shoulder ...... 84 Ask Ron Villano ...... 85 Copyright © 2017 Power and Possibilities of Essential Oils ...... 86-87 Graphics du jour, Ltd. Hearing Instrument Technologies for Easier Living ...... 88-90 All Rights Reserved POET’S CORNER ...... 91 FINANCIAL FOCUS ...... 92 CELEBRATIONS ...... 94 HAUNTED MANSION & TRAIL OF TERROR...... 96-97 OBITUARIES ...... 98-102 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING ...... 104 DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS ...... 106-107

PLEASE NOTE: Advertising & Editorial Deadline for the DECEMBER edition of OUR TOWN • ST. JAMES is THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2017 - 12 NOON. Distribution takes place on Wed., December 20, 2017. OUR TOWN • NOVEMBER 2017 –4– MERCHANT SPOTLIGHT

P. DeBlasio Builders 273 Lake Avenue St. James,New York 11780 631-584-5500 www.pdeblasiobuilders.com by Elizabeth Isabelle Phil DeBlasio has proudly been making dreams a reality for homeowners of Nassau and Suf- folk Counties for nearly 30 years, bringing experience and quality to every project P. DeBlasio Builders embarks on. With a 100% client satisfaction approval rating, Phil DeBlasio, and his team of expert craftsman, wants you to know that if you can dream it, they can build it! The P. DeBlasio Builders team will handle all phases of your into the building of their new several new custom home, from design homes. P. DeBlasio Builders spe- Extreme to completion. P. DeBlasio cializes in renovations and addi- Home Builders focuses on value and tions of all kinds, including full Make- honesty, understanding that home renovations, additions and overs building or renovating a home is dormers, kitchens, baths, interior and is a major financial investment and accents and outdoor living. The a proud that a relationship between the craftsman at P. DeBlasio Builders supporter builder and client should be one can duplicate and extend exist- of based on trust. Collaboration ing millwork, moldings, cabi- Brother with each client is key, and com- netry and stonework to ensure of Mine, munication between the builder continuity of any addition or ren- raising and homeowner should be clear, ovation throughout your home. funds for severely wounded vet- with questions and concerns ad- P. DeBlasio Builders is a erans. P. DeBlasio Builders are dressed throughout the building LEEDS Certified Contractor with members of the St. James Cham- process. Phil and his team work the ability to develop residential ber of Commerce, Long Island to make your design and build- homes with low carbon foot- Builders Institute (LIBI), National ing process enjoyable, while de- prints incorporating sustainable Association of the Remodeling livering the highest quality and construction elements such as Industry (NARI), and the recipi- standards your home deserves. geothermal heating, radiant heat- ent of many industry awards. From start to finish, P. DeBlasio ing, solar power production and Visit Phil and his team at Builders follows a proven sustainable building materials. www.pdeblasiobuilders.com for process, working tirelessly to re- Phil DeBlasio and his family more information and to view alize your vision, creating not a are long-time residents of St. the portfolio of their stunning house, but a home. James and believe in giving back work and enduring style. Stop in Whether you are adding space to the community both right here to their newly renovated office at or re-purposing existing space in our town and across the coun- 273 Lake Avenue; Monday within your home, renovations try. Phil is a founding member of through Friday, from 8 a.m. to can offer the greatest value for the Building Hope for Long Is- 4:30 p.m. to say hello. Phil and your budget. P. DeBlasio land Foundation – “To Build the entire team at P. DeBlasio Builders performs home renova- Hope in Long Island Communi- Builders wish everyone a holiday tions and additions with the ties by repairing ordinary homes season filled with health, happi- same level of quality control and for extraordinary families.” Phil ness, family and the warmth of customer satisfaction that goes has also been lead contractor in home.

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Christmas Tree Lighting at Deepwells on December 2 The St. James Chamber of Commerce in- music will be performed for your vites everyone to their 30th annual Christ- pleasure. mas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Enjoy some hot chocolate and join your December 2, 2017 beginning at 4:30 p.m. friends and neighbors in St. James as they at Deepwells Farm County Park on the cor- sing out joyous Christmas Carols while ner of the Moriches Road and Route 25A getting into the holiday spirit. in St. James. Adults will also have a special opportu- A special appearance by Santa Claus is nity to shop at the Holiday Boutique at scheduled, so be sure to bring your cam- Deepwells (no entrance fee) with extended eras to take pictures with Santa. Holiday holiday hours for this night only. Chanukah Celebration Begins December 12 with Menorah Lighting The St. James Chamber of each day except on Friday when Hirsch, who will again Commerce will be lighting the they will be lit at 4 p.m. Join coordinate this year’s Menorah for eight nights in cele- your friends and neighbors on event. bration of Chanukah at the trian- this festive holiday. Song sheets This holiday season, gle at Lake Avenue and Route and special treats will be given the St. James Chamber asks you 25A in St. James. The menorah out each night, courtesy of the St. to remember those less fortunate. will be lit each night beginning James Chamber. Please bring along a donation of Tuesday, December 12, 2017 The Menorah, which is put up canned food or non-perishable through Tuesday, December 19. and maintained by the Chamber items to help stock the shelves of Candles will be lit at 5:30 p.m. was originally donated by Laura a local food pantry.

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Celebrate St. James “Holiday Happenings” Celebrate St. James is excited alike puppets. Elmo, Cookie, Saturday, December 16, 2017 to announce “HolIday Fun Oscar, Grungetta, Big Bird, Snuf- Holiday Music & Storytelling For KIds,” a series of fun-filled, fleupagus, The Count, Bert, Ernie, with Natalie & Surprise Guest! interactive events featuring Pup- Zoe, Grover and more. Children Lots of fun with Natalie and pet Shows, Cookie Making , Hol- can sing-a-long to their favorite surprise guest! iday Crafts, Music and songs and interact to Silly Skits. Sing-a-longs, Storytelling and Children will love the larger then Sunday, December 17, 2017 more! All events will be held at life visual props and colorful Holiday Hoopla Puppet Show, Studio 455 at 455 Lake Avenue, scenery effects. Puppet Crafts & More! St. James, NY 11780. A high energy Muppet style The Holiday Fun for Kids musical variety show packed events will be held on the dates with holiday cheer! Sing-A-Long listed below. For each event, two to favorite holiday songs along sessions will be offered: 11 a.m.- with “28” puppet characters. This 12:30 p.m. or 1:30 p.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, December 9, 2017 production comes alive with Admission is $10 per child, per Amazing Holiday Crafts hand clapping, foot tapping and event. Space is limited. Register with Arline! holiday fun, followed by your at: www.CelebrateStJames.org or Arline Goldstein, talented resi- child crafting an ELF ON A SHELF call 631-862-6198. dent artist and master teacher or a MENSCH ON THE BENCH pup- will help your child create and pet of their own along with Saturday, December 2, 2017 decorate a beautiful holiday music and balloon sculpting fun! Cookie Decorating Fun! wreath or menorah craft in a fun These events have been gener- Fun filled, Hands On, and festive environment. ously sponsored by the St. James Fabulous Cookie Decorating Chamber of Commerce, The with Gourmet Pastry Chef, Florie Sunday, December 10, 2017 Smithtown News, Flories Finales of Florie’s Finales! Holiday Sing-A-Long with the Bakery, Bellagio Kitchen & Elves, Party Games & More! Baths, North Shore Christmas Sunday, December 3, 2017 Costumed Elves, Festive Décor, Natalie Weinstein Design 1-2-3 Sesame & Me Music, Crafts, Face Painting, Associates and Studio 455 Art Puppet Show Tattoos, Balloon Sculpting, Workshop & Gallery. 123 sesame & Me is a high Party Games, Holiday Sing- If you have not picked up a energy production featuring look Alongs and more! copy of the St. James Commemo- rative Historic Calendar, it is available throughout town and also makes a wonderful holiday INSIDE-OUT gift. KITCHENS, BATHS & MORE, LLC You can find copies at Our Town, Smithtown News, TD DESIGNED & INSTALLED Bank, Chorus Line Dance Studio, Mazelis Landscape Contracting, Enjoy a Daniel Gale Real Estate, Scott Posner (Deepwells), the Civic As- Dinner for 2 sociation meetings, Natalie We- on us, instein Design and Uniquely Natalie Quality Consignment. while we are Your $10 donation will help to creating your support efforts to grow the arts new kitchen. and history of St. James. Calling all residents and businesses in St. James! How about showing COMMUNITY HOLI- DAY SPIRIT by painting the town NKBA Certified Designer with lights and decorations for Licensed & Insured • Suffolk #54246-H the holidays! We’re calling it – 367A Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11780 “St. James Adorable Door & 631.584.5312 • 631.942.9636 mobile More!” Snap a photo or a [email protected] continued on page 18

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Happy Thanksgiving!

At this time of year, we come together to count our blessings. Good times or tough times, there are still so many reasons to give thanks. After 30 years of serving our town, we count our many blessings, home by home, family by family, friend by friend. We come to you with our thanks and gratitude, and the promise to continue our long standing obligation to earn your trust every day, in every way.

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Breakfast With Santa at the St. James Fire House on Sunday, December 10 The St. James Fire Depart- and coffee. Be sure to bring your ment Engine Company #1 will camera and get that special pic- host their annual BrEaKFast ture with Santa, Mrs. Claus and a wItH santa and Toys for United States Marine. Tots toy drive on Sunday, De- Please bring a new unwrapped cember 10, 2017 from 8 a.m. toy to donate to the Toys for Tots to 1 p.m. at the Main Fire- program run by the US Marine house located at 533 North Corps. Enjoy breakfast with your Country Road in St. James. family and friends and help Breakfast will include pan- make a needy child’s holiday cakes, sausage, orange juice brighter with your donation. Christmas Concert at Sts. Philip & James The Music Ministry of the Parish of special evening of spiritual, seasonal Sts. Philip and James R.C. Church favorites, and our annual sing-along.” will present a Christmas concert on Please make time to join in for this Sunday, December 17, 2017, at evening of music. 6:30 p.m. at the Church, located at The drawing for the Sts. Philip & 1 Carow Place in St. James. James Christmas raffle will be held Admission is free. after the concert. For additional “This is our Christmas gift to you, information call the Church at so please plan on joining us for a 631-584-5454.

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59th Annual Holiday Tea & Sale On Saturday, November 18 The St. James United Methodist be a Silent Auction Basket Sale. Church, located at 532 Moriches Come and enjoy a traditional Road in St. James, will hold their Silver Tea, featuring finger sand- 59th Annual Holiday Tea and Sale wiches, various hors d’oeuvres on Saturday, November 18, 2017 and a variety of homemade from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. made fudge and chocolates, desserts. Holiday crafts and gifts, cheese, seasonal plants and decorations For additional information apples, a Harvest Table, jams and for your home will all be avail- and directions, please call preserves, baked goods, home able for purchase. There will also 631-584-5340. Smithtown Historical Society’s Annual Holiday Luncheon On Friday, December 1, 2017 seats fill quickly. The $15 price of a contribution to the luncheon’s the holiday tradition continues in admission provides you with boutique or raffle, please drop off the Frank Brush Barn with Smith- lunch. After dining, shop the bou- your donation items at the Smith- town Historical Society’s 56th antique for gourmet treats, hometown Historical Society’s head- nual Holiday Luncheon. There are made sweets, decorations and gift quarters at the Roseneath Cottage, two available seating times for items. Buy raffle tickets to win 239 Middle Country Road on guests to enjoy. The first seating one of the beautiful Community Thursday, November 30 until 4 will take place at 11:45 a.m. and Wreath Contest entries or one of p.m. or on Friday, December 1 the second at 1:15 p.m. Donate the many festive holiday prizes between 9-11 a.m. Community your favorite specialties, gifts, donated by local merchants and Wreath entries must be submitted decorations, baked goods, jams Smithtown Historical Society sup- by Tuesday, November 28 by 4 and jellies... and share the spirit porters. (Winners need not be p.m. All proceeds from the day’s of the season. present). event will benefit the restoration Reservations are required as If you are interested in making of the Society’s historic buildings.

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Smithtown Historical Society’s Community Wreath Contest The Smithtown Historical Eligibility: event. All entries will be re- Society is holding a community open to all viewed and displayed at the WREATH DECORATING CON- Size: discretion of the Smithtown TEST. The entry fee is the dona- Min. of 12”- Historical Society. tion of your wreath to the Society Max. 24” diameter Since 1955 the Smithtown to use as they see fit... cash Materials: Historical Society has worked to prizes will be awarded to Best in artist’s choice ensure that the history of Smith- show and Honorable Mention Deadline: town Township and our Long Is- on December 2, 2017 with each november 28, 4 p.m. land heritage are preserved and participant receiving a Certificate at the interpreted for the education and of appreciation. Public voting roseneath Cottage enjoyment of current and future will take place from 1-4 p.m. at 239 Middle Country road generations. the Heritage Country Christmas smithtown For additional information, on December 2. Announcement Be creative, but in so doing, call 631-265-6768. of winners is at 4:45 p.m. please be mindful this is a family Celebrate St. James “Holiday Happenings” continued from page 8 Décor can help and will donate of her proceeds back to Cele- “selfie” and post on Celebrate St. back to Celebrate St. James if you brate St. James – just mention us! James Facebook page or email to mention our name. Are you look- Finally, thank you to our town [email protected] ing for Professional holiday kids st. James for sharing all our won- and we’ll post it for you! Need or family photos? Danielle Daly derful news. help with decorating? Frank Photography will donate for the James of North Shore Holiday holidays and all year round 20%

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OPERATION SANTA CLAUS St. James Fire Department’s 37th Annual Christmas & Holiday Parade on December 16 Santa Claus is coming to town PARADE ROuTE Left on Sunny Road Saturday, December 16, 2017. Left on Oak Street Beginning at Station 2 The St. James Fire Department Left on Lake Avenue 221 Jefferson Ave. at 4:30 p.m. will once again play host to Right on Roseville Avenue Santa Claus and his friends for Right on Woodlawn Avenue Left on Jefferson Avenue the 37th annual Christmas and Left on Lake Avenue Left on Patton Road Holiday Parade “The Festival of Right on Route 25A Left on Lake Avenue Lights.” Right on Acorn Road Left on Sherwood Drive The parade departs at 4:30 Left on Oakfield Road Left on Jefferson Avenue p.m. Be sure to see all the Cross Route 25A Right on Roseville Avenue brightly lit and holiday decorated Straight to Thompson Hill Road Right on Northern Blvd. fire trucks as they travel through- Left on Three Sisters Road Right on Woodlawn Avenue out the streets of St. James in cel- Right on Moriches Road Left on Washington Avenue ebration of this holiday season. Left on Fifty Acre Road Left on Third Street The Fire Department requests Left on Edgewood Avenue Left on Jefferson Avenue residents on side streets to keep Right on Route 25A Right on Seventh Street their cars off the road and move Left on Woodlawn Avenue Right on Lincoln Avenue them into driveways during the Right on Fifty Acre Road South Left on Railroad Avenue parade as this route has some Right on Carnegie Drive Left on Grant Avenue very tight turns. Left on Marquette Drive Right on Seventh Street Right on Colgate Drive Right on Northern Blvd. Left on Hofstra Drive Left on Cleremont Avenue SSSS Left on Fifty Acre Road South Left on Pierpont Street Right on Woodlawn Avenue Right on Vanderbilt Avenue Special Note from John Young, Left on Jackson Avenue North Right on Rodney Street Parade Chairperson: Right on St. James Avenue North Right on Cleremont Avenue Please do not clog intersec- Left on Cleveland Street Left on Pierpont Street tions so the various trucks can Right on Tredwell Avenue Right on Clinton Avenue get through. Santa will be greet- Right on Roseville Avenue Left on Northern Blvd. ing the children of St. James at Left on Orchard Avenue Right on Route 25A St. James Elementary School Left on Rutherford Street Right on Moriches Road NOT Mills Pond Elementary Left on Arlington Avenue Right on Lake Avenue School – kindly park all vehicles Right on Roseville Avenue Right on Woodlawn Avenue in the railroad parking lot. Please Right on O’Shea Lane continued on page 24 remember that all times are ap- Left on David Lane proximate. we all hope you Right on Jefferson Avenue enjoy the parade! Left on Nimitz Road Right on Lake Avenue SSSS Left on Pine Street

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Operation Santa Claus continued from page 22 Left on Astor Avenue Right on Woodlawn Avenue ~ Rest for volunteers Right on Cambon Avenue at Station Two ~ Left on Gordon Gate Right on King Arthur’s Court Right on Woodlawn Avenue Left on Aesop Lane Right on Hobson Avenue Left on Hillside Avenue Left on Oak Street Right on Cinderella Lane Left on Ritchie Court North Left on Carol Lane Right on Hillside Avenue Right on Woodlawn Avenue #1 in glUten Free Left on Moriches Road Right on Mills Pond Road Children’s Cakes, Right on Wellwood Road Cakes Brownies, Left on Elderwood Drive West Cup Cakes Right on Old Wood Road & Bread Struffoli Left on Arrowwood Road Left on Brasswood Road Right on Elderwood Road The Holidays Left on Arrowwood Road Cross Mills Pond Road to Bayberry Drive Are Here! Right on Clover Lane Left on Plane Tree Lane pumpkin Cheesecake TURKEY Left on Mills Pond Road Coconut Custard pie Cake Pops Assorted Left on Copper Beech Road Right on Moriches Road Fig pastry & Cookies FRUiT piES Left on Maple Drive Cookie & pastry Trays pREgnAnT Left on Lake Avenue CAnnOLi ST. JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WITH SANTA ChOCOLATE (approximately 7:45 p.m.) CORnUCOpiA South on Lake Avenue filled with Cookies Left on Railroad Avenue delicious Right on Moriches Road Right on Cambon Avenue FrenCH Right on Seventh Street MaCaronS Right on 7th Avenue & Left on Second Street CroIS-nUtS Left on 6th Avenue 20% Right on Seventh Street Right on 5th Avenue OFF Left on First Street AnY PUrCHASe Left on 4th Avenue $5 MAxiMUM DiSCoUnt Right on Seventh Street excluding Holidays. SuGAR With coupon only. Right on 3rd Avenue 1 per customer. FREE Left on First Street Not combinable. Cookies & Left on 2nd Avenue expires 12/19/17 Brownies Right on Seventh Street Right on 1st Avenue 59 rt. 111, smithtown (Village Center) Left on Railroad Avenue Left on Lake Avenue 631-265-5610 Right on Woodlawn Avenue alpinepastryshop.com Station Two – Parade End.

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St. James Lutheran Church Hosts “Surviving The Holidays” For those who have a tough St. James Lutheran Church. The bers of the community who have time coping with the holidays program will feature an instruc- lost loved ones and for whom due to the loss of loved ones, St. tional and inspiring 40-minute the holidays can be difficult, sad James Lutheran Church offers video featuring tips for holiday or lonely. ”surviving the Holidays” from planning, as well as comforting St. James Lutheran Church is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday, assurances from Scripture. It will located at the corner of Wood- November 19, 2017, in the be followed by group discussions lawn and Second Avenues in St. church library. An encore session in which participants may dis- James. Please contact the church will be offered from 11:30 a.m. cuss the video and share their office at 631-584-5212 for reser- to 1 p.m. on Sunday, December thoughts and feelings. vations. 3, 2017. Both sessions are sponsored by For more information, contact “surviving the Holidays” will the Maher family of the St. James James Lundgren, Director of Care be led by Deacon James Lund- Funeral Home and will be of- Giving, St. James Lutheran gren, Director of Care Giving at fered free of charge to all mem- Church. Fire Safety is Important, Even When You’re Away From Home During the upcoming holiday each guest room. tween your room and the season, many people are travel- After you check in, you and your exits. This will help if you need ing and staying in new and unfa- family should: to get out in the dark. miliar places. Keep yourself and  Read the fire evacuation plan  Find the fire alarms on your your family safe by staying in ho- carefully. floor. tels and motels that have hard-  Find the two closest exits from wired smoke alarms and an your room. For more information, visit automatic fire sprinkler system in  Count the number of doors be- www.usfa.fema.gov Better together. + = SAVE

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Halloween Parade Cancelled It is with deep regret that the St. James Chamber of Commerce had to cancel their annual Hal- loween Parade due to heavy rain and high winds. The Chamber would like to thank the Town of Smithtown Highway Department as well as the Suffolk County Police De- partment for being on hand to help out. Uniquely Natalie St. James Funeral Home Quality Consignment We would like to thank the St. James Pasta & Pork following businesses that sup- Our Town - St. James T J E Dance Force ported the event.... Patio Restaurant & Catering Teachers Federal Credit Union Artpix Studio Reliance Real Estate Traveling Vineyard Chorus Line Dance Studio Rely Rx Pharmacy Family & Personal Counseling Saf-t-Swim of Smithtown Special thanks go out to Aimee The Little Gym of Smithtown Shaggy Dog Couture at Saf-t-Swim of Smithtown and her staff for making up the goody Simply Natural Solutions Lorena’s Happy Tails bags that will be donated to the My Gym Children’s Fitness State Farm Insurance Community Association of Natalie Weinstein Jim Winter Agency Greater St. James when they take Design Associates St. James Florist & Gift Shoppe over the parade next year. FATHER NATURE’S GARDEN CENTER Free delIvery Of St. James with $100 purchase 559 route 25a (Next to Energy Fitness) • st. James, NY open every Day 631-584-5252 Gift Certificates AVAILABLE Pies and Cakes www.fathernaturesgc.com Available BAlSAM BoUgHS CHriStMAS treeS now taking orders $ $ for the Holidays 3 for $18 5 Off 10 Off Thanksgiving Order Deadline reg. $6.99 eaCH $60.00 & Up $100 & Up Offer expires 12/19/17 Offer expires 12/19/17 is November 14th PoinSettiAS HoliDAY roPing BirD fooD + 40 LB. UP White pine $5.99 Cedar • Boxwood Bag $14.99 With This Coupon • Expires 12/19/17 reg. $24.99 firewooD BUnDleS wHite BirCH BrAnCHeS CeMeterY PieCeS 3 for $20 3 for $9 $5 Off COrDs aLsO aVaILaBLe reg. $3.49 eaCH • Expires 12/19/17 $29.99 & Up • Expires 12/19/17

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GREETINGS FROM TROOP 301...

Boy Scout Troop 301 was out and about doing their annual “Popcorn Show and Sell” at Lowes, Meat Farms and on St. James Day. The boys worked hard and long to ensure this fundraiser’s success! One patron at Meat Farms sent us a nice note... i just want to give a big shout out to the Boy Scouts of St. James who were at Meat Farms in Hauppauge on Sept. 30. They helped my three little children and i get to our car during the down pour that morning. it was so kind of them. i truly appreciate it. Nice job boys! If your child is interested in Scouting please stop by to see Troop 301 for an informal visit on Thursday nights at the St. James Lutheran Church at 7:30 p.m. See you there! r.J.K. garDens, inC. Creative Landscaping 631-862-7056 www.rjkgardens.com

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Art in the Park “Art in the Park,” the premier for the art that was the most rep- event of the non-profit organiza- resentative of St. James. tion, “Celebrate St. James, past ~ The painting event sponsored present ~ and future” was trans- by Charlie and Meg Shutka, of formed into “Art Next to the Eddie’s Power Equipment on Park” due to a gloomy, rainy day. Lake Avenue was a big draw for Natalie Weinstein and Arline youngsters and adults who Pumpkin Time Goldstein decided to open their weathered the rain to participate. businesses so that some of the The theme for the four murals on ship of the event. event scheduled, could still go canvas was the “4 Seasons.” Jackie Rudman’s St. Bernard, on, indoors. The art contest was Stop by Eddie’s Power Equip- Dina, delighted the crowd with a big success and it was not an ment and peek into the window her charm and many stopped by easy task to choose the winners. of their shop, located at 553 to purchase “Celebrate St. James A big “Thanks” to all the artists Lake Avenue, across from the St. 18-month Calendars” that are who participated. One artist in James Elementary School, to see still available at Natalie Wein- each of the age categories was the fall mural, “Pumpkin Time,” stein Design Associates at 455 chosen, who best captured the mostly painted by Francine Cies- Lake Avenue. essence and spirit of St. James. lak, of TD Bank. Each seasonal The day brought joy to those They are Sunhee Kim, Ava mural will be on view as the sea- who attended, and most cer- Bernardo and Alma Badelt. Com- sons change. Say “Hi” to Charlie, tainly turned lemons into lemon- munity members cast their ballot and thank him for his sponsor- ade, on a dreary, rainy day. Interested In Scouting? Take a look at Boy Scout Troop • Hawk Mountain, PA and Weekly Meet- 301 of St. James Baiting Hollow, NY ings: Thursdays • We have high standards and • Over 100 Eagle Scouts and 7:30-9 p.m. at great Scouts counting the St. James • Learn leadership and take on • All major decisions of our Lutheran responsibilities troop are made by the Scouts Church, • Monthly Campouts / Summer For more information visit our 230 2nd Camp website at: www.T301.org Avenue, St. James.

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As we prepare to sit at our family tables and join in prayer and thankfulness for our good fortune, let us all take a moment to remember those we’ve lost or those not able to attend the feast. We at Henrietta Homes want to tell you, our friends, families and neighbor’s, how much we appreciate you all and are thankful for everyday we get to spend with you. So, let’s raise our forks in gladness for everything we have! Happy Thanksgiving To You All!

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FITZPATRICK THANKFuL FOR SuMMER FOOD DRIVE RESuLTS... Assemblyman Michael Fitzpatrick (R,C,I,Ref- Smithtown), pictured 2nd from right, was pleased to be one of 13 legislators to join forces to hold a “Summer Food Drive” for Long Island Cares. Fitzpatrick, along with 12 other assembly members, was able to collect more than 20,265 pounds of food. In his district, 1,332 pounds of food was collected. This Summer Food Drive was not only about collecting food, but also about impressing upon our communities that people who are hungry need food all year long, not just at Thanksgiving time. For more information about Long Island Cares, Fitzpatrick encourages the public to visit www.licares.org or to call 631-582-FOOD (3663). Veterans – Why You Should Belong to the American Legion! My name is Edward Springer, health-care benefits for veterans ship with day-to-day activities Sr., Commander of the Ameri- and their families. The American and to assist in leadership roles. can Legion Post 1152, located at Legion has helped shape U.S. Our aging veterans can no 95 Lake Avenue in St. James. policies on many fronts, includ- longer support these activities I would like to inform you of ing veteran’s healthcare, national and fill these vacant leadership what the American Legion does security, foreign affairs and the roles. throughout the Country for our economy. The American Legion American Legion Post 1152 Veterans, families and OUR has also helped build the Viet- meets once a month on the sec- community. nam Veterans Memorial and the ond Friday of the month at 10 The American Legion is the World War II Memorial in Wash- a.m. We also gather every Friday nation’s largest and most influen- ington. to socialize with brother veterans tial network of U.S. wartime vet- The American Legion is also at 9 a.m. until approximately erans, families and communities. involved in charity fundraising. 11a.m. If you would like to drop With nearly 2.5 million members The American Legion Riders mo- in and pick up an application or and some 14,000 community torcycle group raises millions of just to say hello you are wel- posts, the American Legion is dollars to help children, veterans come to stop by. truly a grassroots organization. and families. Local posts also If you would like an applica- The American Legion has some- provide scholarships to students tion and/or further information to thing for everyone under its four and assistance to needy veterans see if you are eligible to become Pillars of Service: Veterans affairs and families. It is a great way to a member, please contact Com- & rehabilitation, national secu- give back to your community in mander Edward Springer, Sr. at rity, americanism, and Children which you live. 631-379-8908 and or Vice Com- and youth. Our local American Legion mander Martin Thompson at The American Legion has Post 1152 in St. James is in des- 631-445-8447. brought into existence the mod- perate need of Veterans to join ern VA the GI Bill, and dozens of and assist our present member- OUR TOWN • NOVEMBER 2017 – 39 –

CHIROPRACTIC HEALTHCARE OF ST. JAMES Dr. GreGOry r.ThOmaIer CHIROPRACTOR 338 Lake Avenue (across from the Post Office) St. James, NY 11780 631-584-8100 EmERGENCY APPOINTmENTS TAKEN

HEALTH VIEWS by gregory r. thomaier, d.C.,C.C.S.p. This article is part of an ongoing series presented in order to bring you the very best and latest information about exercise, health and diet. Auto Accidents If you have been involved in a serious complications develop, car accident, whiplash injuries some of the damage from the in- need to be taken very seriously. jury may have become permanent. Because symptoms of a whiplash The physical damage of whiplash injury can take days or weeks to can become chronic and affect the manifest, it is easy to be fooled quality of one’s life. into thinking that you are not as injured as you really are. Numerous studies have shown that years after whiplash victims Too often people don't seek settle their insurance claims; treatment following a car accident roughly half of them state that because they don't feel hurt. By far, they still suffer with symptoms the most common injury to the from their injuries. If you have neck is a whiplash injury. been in a motor vehicle accident or Whiplash, also referred to as a any other kind of accident, don't hyperextension/hyperflexion in- may be a result of any activity that assume that you escaped injury if jury, is a term used to describe in- causes these forceful movements. you are not currently in pain. Early juries to the cervical spine in which intervention can help by overcom- the head is forcefully projected The symptoms of whiplash may ing muscle weakness, promote backwards and then forwards or be immediate or occur several days healing, enhance muscle tone and from side to side. This forceful afterwards. A variety of symptoms restore normal strength and stabil- movement results in the damage can be experienced; muscle ity to joint structures. Chiropractic to the supporting ligaments, mus- spasms, headaches, shoulder/neck care can be an effective treatment cles and other connective tissues in pain, nausea, blurred vision, ring- for whiplash and in many cases the neck and upper back. Although ing in the ears, dizziness, restricted significantly reduces patients’ dis- it is most commonly associated range of motion and numbness. tress and allows them to return to with rear-end auto collisions, it Unfortunately, by the time more normal activities.

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OUR TOWN • NOVEMBER 2017 – 40 – IN THE NEWS St. James Auto Dealer Named Chairman of Auto Dealers Association The owner of the oldest Today, Nardy Honda Smith- Honda dealership on Long Island town, is consistently ranked #1 (est.1971), Lee Certilman of for consumer satisfaction in New Nardy Honda, located at 559 York and is a Top 50 dealer na- Middle Country Road in St. tionally. Certilman puts this James, has been named Chair- down to his commitment to staff man of the Greater New York Au- training. tomobile Dealers Association At the dealership level, he (GNYADA). hires technicians from Suffolk “It is a great honor to be nomi- Community College and is an nated for this position by my active mentor for students com- peers,” said Certilman. “As a ing through educational pro- third generation automobile grams in the Smithtown High dealer, my family and our dealer- School system and the Cold ships have a long history on Spring Harbor School District. Long Island of creating jobs and On a personal level, Certilman contributing to the communities. is a generous supporter of the Now I’m excited to take action Long Island Alzheimer Associa- on behalf of all our area auto re- tion, Big Brothers, American tailers to show how important Cancer Society, and Juvenile Di- we are to a much wider audi- abetes. In addition, through ence.” Nardy Honda’s community out- An active GNYADA Board reach program, he provides time Member since 2006, Certilman and funds to local educational was previously Vice Chairman. and charity drives. Lee is a grad- His passion for education and uate of Syracuse University and training in the dealership made was previously a Director of Af- him the perfect candidate for filiate Relations at ABC Televi- GNYADA’s Education Committee Lee Certilman sion before joining his family’s where he was a leader in devel- GNYADA’s Center for Automo- automobile retailing business in oping training programs at tive Education & Training. 1985.

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Smithtown Food Pantry Donations Still Needed by william J. Garthe I’m looking for the small dona- Pantry each week whatever is With Thanksgiving just around tions that don’t warrant a drive to donated. the corner I would like to thank Smithtown; the one can of tuna, Thank you in advance for the generous residents who or baked beans, a box of pasta, your generosity. For additional dropped off food and other items one bottle of shampoo, anything information, call me at for the Smithtown Food Pantry. that will help someone in need. 631-862-9000. Each week you have really come I will collect and deliver to the through with your donations which are greatly appreciated. Last year you out did yourselves. I made many trips to the Food Pantry and look forward to doing the same again this year. Canned goods, pasta, toothbrushes, toothpaste, rolls of toilet paper, are some examples of our residents’ generosity. I am publishing a list of items needed, just in case you have any of these in abundance in your pantry, as there are some folks right here in St. James and Smithtown who could use a little temporary help. This year the pantry has asked for much needed school supplies as well. items needed for the food pantry: Baked beans, tuna fish, all types canned vegetables, spaghetti, tomato sauce, peanut butter and jelly, snacks, all boxed pastas, baby food and formula. Other items: Soaps - hand & shower, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, paper towels, baby diapers and baby wipes. School Supplies Back packs, composition books, notebooks, glue sticks, crayons, colored pencils, pencils and pencil cases, pencil sharp- eners, pens, erasers, color markers, highlighters, pocket folders, siding Windows roofing index cards and boxes, and insulated Vinyl Siding Vinyl replacements Complete replacement Fiskars children’s scissors. imitation Wood Shakes Bays & Bows re-Shingling Your donations will be much Soffits & Fascia Specialty Shapes repairs appreciated and can be dropped gutters & leaders Double Hung Flashing off at my office: entryways Casements Reliance Real Estate 359 Lake Ave., St. James (across from 7-Eleven) Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm

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OUR TOWN • NOVEMBER 2017 – 44 – HISTORICALLY SPEAKING

What Will It Be, Thanksgiving or Harvest Home? by Bradley Harris, day and its celebration has to change the name of the cele- smithtown Historian evolved and changed with the bration to “Harvest Home.” Ap- passage of time. Thanksgiving parently the Pilgrims had a with the celebration of thanks- Day as we know it today began festival that was more in tune giving this month, I thought that with President Lincoln in 1863 with the English celebration than it would be interesting to take a when he set the date for cele- one that involved a day of prayer look at what is known about brating a national day of Thanks- and Thanksgiving. Harvest Home the very first celebration of giving as the fourth Thursday in was an “older mode of Thanks- thanksgiving that took place in November. Of course, other gen- giving” that was celebrated by october of 1621 in Plymouth, erations of Americans have mod- English farmers once “the main Massachusetts when the ified that date. President Franklin crop was ingathered” and “it was Pilgrims celebrated the harvest D. Roosevelt proclaimed that in cakes and ale and hang the of their crops. 1939 the date for the celebration cost.” Those who have studied of Thanksgiving ought to be No- that first Thanksgiving have con- Thanksgiving is one of those vember 23rd. This year at least, cluded that “Plymouth’s Harvest holidays that we all enjoy as a Thanksgiving is on the fourth Home conformed in most essen- day when family and friends Thursday of November. So let’s tials to its English prototype. gather and share a traditional just enjoy it, and this year, give it (James Deetz and Jay Anderson, meal of turkey and the trim- a little more zest by celebrating it Partakers of Plenty: A Study of mings. It is as traditional as apple as the Pilgrims did so long ago in the First Thanksgiving, Plymouth pie and ice cream, an all Ameri- October of 1621 in Plymouth, Plantation Educational Publica- can holiday. Yet it isn’t. For one Massachusetts. tion Series, Plymouth Plantation, thing, the celebration is certainly If you are going to be a purist Plymouth, Massachusetts.) English in origin. Another thing and really celebrate the holiday If you opt to celebrate the to keep in mind is that the holi- as the Pilgrims did, you first have continued on page 46

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What Will It Be, Thanksgiving or Harvest Home? continued from page 44 archery, track and field events or almost certainly on the ground. holiday as the Pilgrims did, you cricket. These activities would Lacking forks..., food was taken should plan for a festival that will approximate some of their ath- with fingers, from the tips of last approximately one week, but letic recreations. (James Deetz knives, and with spoons. you can squeeze it into four and Jay Anderson, op. cit.) Wooden trenchers (small shallow days. You will need enough wild The most important aspect of dishes) were probably very much game to last for four days so it your celebration of Harvest in evidence, while other food- might be wise to prepare in ad- Home, that of feasting, will take stuffs could have been consumed vance and send the duck hunters a little more preparation time. directly from large kettles, or in out early to bring home “geese, You don’t have to be concerned the case of meat, eaten with the ducks, and possibly turkeys.” about table settings and enough hands, hot from the roasting Governor Bradford of Plymouth chairs for the guests. If you do fire.”A bit messy perhaps, but it Colony made sure that this was this the way the Pilgrims must will certainly make the clean up done beforehand. And during have, you can eat outside of dishes and silverware a lot this festival, you should also plan (weather permitting). “The famil- easier. (James Deetz and Jay An- for some “traditional recreations” iar scene to which we have be- derson, op. cit.) that you and your guests can come accustomed, of Pilgrims The actual food will be a little enjoy over the four days. You and Indians feasting together more tricky. The main focal point might want to include some sort while seated at tables in the of the meal will certainly have to of a parade, a shooting demon- open, is most certainly a creation be a “young, lean goose.” This stration with “muskets and fowl- of later artists.... It is more likely will have to be “a domesticated ing pieces,” and some athletic that food was taken, not at an bird, fattened on grain stubble.” competition. You might consider appointed time and place, but at You should prepare several some of the things the Pilgrims frequent intervals throughout the ducks and wild turkeys to add to could have done in this regard: time of the festival. Seating was continued on facing page Holiday Light Decorating let us decorate the exterior of your home and make it “picture perfect!” We will design & install Christmas/Holiday lights, wreaths, garland and more. CALL TODAY FOR A SEASONED FIREWOOD Free Estimate “Get It While It’s Hot!” $185 FREE Local Delivery PeR coRD Creative Landscape & Design • Fall Clean-ups • Tree Work • Brick Work • Irrigation Systems DiGiovanna Bros. Landscaping, Inc. owner operated over 20 Years by your 631-666-8485 experience St. James Neighbor Licensed & Insured www.liturf.com OUR TOWN • NOVEMBER 2017 – 47 – HISTORICALLY SPEAKING

continued sweet ale, but maybe at this the repast, but the goose will be point it would be easier to pick the piece de resistance. To sup- up some Molson’s Golden Ale. plement the goose, you might (James Deetz and Jay Anderson, want to prepare several “flesh- op. cit.) pies.” These would have been There you have it – your own meat pies tucked into some kind authentic Harvest Home celebra- of corn-meal pastry. You might tion. Actually, it sounds like it want to make such a pie out of a wheat base, spices, fruits, and would be a lot of fun. If you de- “old chicken, hare or pigeon sweeteners like milk and honey. cide to try and recreate Thanks- meat tenderized by hours of sim- The vegetable for this feast will giving this way, by all means call mering and then baking.” Or if have to be pumpkins that you me. I could roast the meat over you have a deer hunter in the can bake, stew, or make into a an open fire. Have a happy family, you could substitute veni- pudding. And to top off this feast, Thanksgiving (or should I say son as the Pilgrims surely must don’t forget “the cakes and ale.” Harvest Home). have done with the deer that the The cakes are not quite what you Indians brought to the feast. To are used to however. “The cakes Editor’s Note: add to the feast, you might want were made of corn – roasted, Brad Harris is the town of smithtown’s official Historian. Brad was a High school to make a “frumenty pudding.” pounded in a homemade mortar social studies teacher who spent 30 This will give you trouble and re- and pestle, mixed into a paste years teaching in Commack. as Historian quire some research on how to with water, and fried on a griddle he has written many newspaper articles make it, but suffice it to say that into thin, crisp ‘pan’ cakes.” To on the history of our town, he has published pamphlets and written histories of you want a pudding that will ap- wash these “dry and crumbly” Commack, nesconset, st. James, Kings proximate old-fashioned rice cakes down, you will need ale. Park, Hauppauge and smithtown Branch. pudding, only this dish will have You might want to homebrew a He resides in st. James.

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What’s Happening at the Mills Pond House Gallery The Mills Pond House Gallery, located at 660 862-6575 or visit their website at www.stacarts.org Route 25A, St. James, is dedicated to exhibiting the the smithtown township arts Council is an inde- work of local, regional, and national artists and is pendent, not-for-profit, community arts organization. open to the public Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. Exhibit Sponsorships are available for many exhibits, to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12 noon to concerts and workshops. If you are interested in 4 p.m. Admission is free. For additional information sponsoring one of their innovative exhibitions or call the Smithtown Township Arts Council at 631- programs, call 631-862-6575.

NOVEMBER ously, up to 15 trains run -December 10 per session. Member Artist Showcase Donation: $2/adults; A unique exhibition of original 50¢/children fine art for sale by member NOT handicapped accessible. artists. 17 Jazz in the Living Room Concert DECEMBER -10 7:30 p.m. This is an evening 1-3 Member where Jazz in the Living Room St. James Model Railroad Club Artist participants have an opportunity 33rd Annual Holiday Train Dis- Showcase to perform, showing off their play and Holiday Market A unique newly learned skills to the audi- Friday, Dec. 1, 6-9 p.m. exhibition ence. Admission $5 to listen; Saturday, Dec. 2, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. of original fine art for sale by FREE for Jazz in the Living Room Sunday, Dec. 3, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. member artists. participants/players Ten trains running simultane-

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LISCA Celebrates 50th Anniversary With Special Concert On Friday, December 8, 2017 Gabrieli, Bach, Stravinsky, R.C. Church, Route 25A in the Long Island Symphonic Mendelssohn, Part, Smith and Setauket, Choral Association (LISCA) will more will be performed with a Tickets at $25/general admis- present a special concert with 70-voice chorus, soloists and or- sion; $20/seniors; free/students music carefully and lovingly chestra under the direction of are available on their website: chosen to honor the late Gregg Eric Stewart, conductor, and www.LISCA.org and at the door. Smith, world-renowned com- Richard Foley, assistant conduc- For additional information call poser and conductor, and LISCA’s tor. The concert, in celebration of 631-751-2743 or 631-941-9431. founder and director for 40 years LISCA’s 50th anniversary, will be from 1968-2008. Works by held at 8 p.m. at the St. James Enjoy Dancing? Then You’re Invited! Swing Dance Long Island in- 7:30 p.m. with dancing between organization dedicated to the vites you to join their friendly 8 and 11 p.m. Admission: $15. promotion of swing dancing on group for a mix of East Coast On Saturday, December 6, Long Island, NY. For additional Swing, Savoy Lindy Hop, West 2017 there will be dancing to information call their 24-hour Coast Swing, Balboa and some live music by the steve salerno Dance Hotline at 631-476-3707 Ballroom dancing. No partner is Quintet. or visit their website at needed and beginners are wel- Come alone or bring a friend – www.sdli.org. come. no partner needed. Refresh- Each month they will meet at ments, ample parking and tons of The Jazz Loft, located at 275 fun. Christian Avenue in Stony Brook, Swing Dance Long Island, Inc. NY 11790. Beginner lesson at is an all volunteer, not for profit

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The Jazz Loft Happenings The Jazz Loft at Stony Brook, artists from the Flowerfield Wednesday, November 29, located at 275 Christian Avenue Atelier will draw a live clothed 6 p.m. in Stony Brook, is an exhibition, model holding a musical Lecture: Harmony in Harlem. preservation, education and per- instrument. Loren Schoenberg artistic direc- formance center which houses a Tickets: Arrive at 7 p.m./$10, tor of the National Jazz Museum vast collection of jazz memora- Arrive at 8 p.m./$5 in Harlem bilia. The Jazz Loft hosts jam ses- Thursday, November 16, 7 p.m. sions, lectures on jazz and Wednesday, December 6 Rich Iacona’s The Bad Little Big presents a variety of concerts. Jam Session featuring the Jazz Band. Tickets: $20/adults, Some of the concerts in the com- Loft Jazz Band, 7 p.m./$10. $15/seniors, $10/students ing months are sponsored by Open Jam from 8-9:30 p.m./$5. Olivia and Harlan Fischer of Wednesday, November 22 Head of the Harbor. Jam Session featuring the Jazz Saturday, December 6 The Jazz Loft is open Thursday Loft Jazz Band, 7 p.m./$10. Swing Dance Long Island through Saturday, 12 noon to 5 Open Jam from 8-9:30 p.m./$5. presents a swing dance and les- p.m. Tickets: Adults/$10; seniors son 7:30 p.m. Dancing is from 8- Saturday, November 25, 7 p.m. 62+/$7; students/$5; children 12 11 p.m. Tickets at $15 per person Blossom Dearie Tribute per- and under are free. should be purchased through formed by Nikki Parrott For additional information and SDLI.org, 631-476-3707 or at Tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors, to purchase tickets visit the door the night of the event. $10/students www.thejazzloft.org or call 631- Steve Salerno Quintet. 751-1895. Subject to availability, Wednesday, November 29 tickets can be purchased at the Jazz Jam and the Art of Jazz December 7, 8, 9, 14, 7:30 p.m. door before the event. The Jazz Loft Jam Band performs December 9, 3:30 p.m. at 7 p.m. followed by open jam Nutcracker. Tickets: $30/adults, EVENT SCHEDuLE at 8 p.m. While the music plays $25/seniors, $20/students artists from the Flowerfield Atel- Wednesday, November 15 ier will draw a live clothed Wednesday, December 13, Jazz Jam and the Art of Jazz model holding a musical instru- 1 p.m. The Jazz Loft Jam Band performs ment. Young at Heart: it’s The Holiday at 7 p.m. followed by open jam Tickets: Arrive at 7 p.m./$10, Season! Tickets: $10 at 8 p.m. While the music plays Arrive at 8 p.m./$5 Wednesday, December 13 Jam Session featuring the Jazz Loft Jazz Band, 7 p.m./$10. Something Great Is Now Even Better! Open Jam from 8-9:30 p.m./$5.

VILLAGE PRESBYTERIAN PRE-SCHOOL Wednesday, December 20 Learning as a Great Adventure Jam Session featuring the Jazz Loft Jazz Band, 7 p.m./$10. • 50 Years Experience Join US Open Jam from 8-9:30 p.m./$5. • Individualized Attention • Large Fenced In Playground tHiS fAll! Thursday, December 21, 7 p.m. • Strong Literacy Program limited Rich Iacona’s The Bad Little Big • Emphasis on Math & Science openings Band. Tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors, $10/students • Secure Classroom Environment Still • Non-Sectarian available! Wednesday, December 27 • 2 Day 2 Year Old Separation Program Jam Session featuring the Jazz • 3 Day 3 Year Old Program Loft Jazz Band, 7 p.m./$10. • 3 & 4 Day 4 Year Old Program Open Jam from 8-9:30 p.m./$5. WATCH FOR OUR NEW SUMMER PROGRAMS Thursday, December 28, 7 p.m. VILLAGE Interplay Jazz Orchestra For Info Call 631-724-9382 PRESBYTERIAN Tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors, 175 East Main Street, Smithtown PRE-SCHOOL $10/students visit us at www.vpps.org

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On Thursday, October 19, 2017, The Smithtown Historical Society hosted its Annual Heritage Ball, at the Watermill in Smithtown. The Ball celebrates years of historic preservation and public education, and honors the contributions of people from the community who have helped shape the Society. Through this event, the Historical Society acknowledged and awarded members from six major hamlets of Smithtown Township for their significant and ongoing contributions to the community. The 2017 Heritage Ball Honorees who received this award were: Steve & Laura Gallagher with Bar- bara Perotta (St. James), Chris Hirsch (Hauppauge), Angels Without Faces (Kings Park), Christopher T. McNamara (Com- mack), 911 Responders Remembered Memorial Park in conjunction with The FealGood Foundation (Nesconset), and Angela’s House (Smithtown). This year’s Mildred Smith Scholarship Award was presented to two high school students, Caralyn Stein and Julia Diana. Special thanks to Event Chairperson Deanna Varricchio, as well as the sponsors of the commemorative journal and the volunteers, who made this extraordinary event possible.

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The Atelier at Flowerfield Happenings The Atelier at Flowerfield is an art studio steeped located at 2 Flowerfield, Suite 15, in St. James. in the old master tradition, unique in that professional artists paint and teach alongside their students If you would like to schedule a tour of the facilities in the North Light Painting Studio. Personalized or sign up for a FREE trial class call 631-250-9009 training in drawing and painting for artists of all between 9 a.m.-5 p.m. M-F, or email: administra- ages, at all levels of achievement is offered. The Atel- [email protected] or visit their website at ier at Flowerfield is a non profit 501(c)3 organization www.atelierflowerfield.org

EVENTS their drawings in various locales Exploring Watercolor of Long Island. with Bill Graf First Annual Fundraiser tuesdays: through dec. 19 Saturday, Nov. 18, 6-8:30 p.m. at Classical Art for the Young 2-5 p.m. Atelier Hall. Come Enjoy live with Wendy Jensen (7-11 years) music by the Jazz Loft All Stars, saturdays: through dec. 16 Painting with Pastels Prosecco and Hors D’oeuvres by 10 a.m.12 p.m. with Lana Ballot Chef Peter Baran. FREE Admis- $40/person per class tuesdays: through dec. 19 sion and Refreshments. RSVP to Students will engage in hands-on 6-9 p.m. 631-250-9009 or administra- creative activities. There will also [email protected] be an art history component in Still Life Drawing and Painting this course. wednesdays: through dec. 20 Art Exhibition: The Atelier at 6-9 p.m. Flowerfield: Emerging Artists or Opening Dec. 7, 5:30-7:30 p.m., thursdays: through dec. 21 Come Enjoy Prosecco and Hors 10 a.m.-1 p.m. D’oeuvres by Chef Peter Baran. (no class on thanksgiving) FREE Admission and Refresh- ments Drawing for Beginners Original Artwork by Atelier Stu- wednesdays: through dec. 20 dents, exhibition runs till Febru- 10 a.m.-1 p.m. or 6-9 p.m. ary 8. Atelier Hall Hours: or Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m. thursdays: through dec. 21 10 a.m.-1 p.m. FREE - Art History Lecture Se- (no class on thanksgiving) ries, with Director Kevin McEvoy FALL COuRSE OFFERINGS Thursday evenings from 7-8:30 Fee: $55 per class Homeschool Drawing & Painting p.m., Nov. 30 and Dec. 21. with kevin McEvoy and Classical Art Foundation for Wendy Jensen Middle and High School Stu- Fridays: through dec. 15 DRAWING EVENTS dents 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays: through dec. 16 (no class thanksgiving) Friday Night Open Figure - 6-8 p.m. (+$25 materials fee) Live Model Fundamentals of Graphic Novel Dec. 1, 8,15, 22, 29, 6-9 p.m. Advanced Composition Creation with James Beihl $20/person, per class with kevin McEvoy saturdays: through dec. 16 Work with a live model for a 3- Mondays: through dec. 18 2-5 p.m. hour, uninstructed session of 2-5 p.m. short and long poses. Easels and drawing boards are provided. Painting 101 with donna Grossman Sketch Club Mondays: through Dec. 18 with donna Grossman 10 a.m.-1 p.m. or 6-9 p.m. saturdays: dec. 2, 9, 16 10 a.m.-12 noon Painting Workshop $20/person, per class with Christian White Students will be guided on how tuesdays: through dec. 19 to frame, set up and work on 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

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Smithtown Historical Society Happenings Since 1955 the Smithtown during the year. For further Historical Society has worked to information about any of their ensure that the history of Smith- programs call 631-265-6768. town Township and our Long Is- land heritage are preserved and EVENTS interpreted for the education and 631-265-6768 TALES FOR TOTS enjoyment of current and future Frank Brush Barn 631-360-2480 generations. 211 Middle Country Road Smithtown Historical Society’s Their mission is carried out Smithtown Roseneath Cottage through collection, conservation ~~~~~~~ 239 Middle Country Road and preservation, research, exhi- 631-360-2480 Smithtown bitions, publications, educa- Smithtown Historical Society’s FREE tional programs, support of Roseneath Cottage Storytime for children 3-5 regional heritage organizations, 239 Middle Country Road years with caregiver. 2nd Friday living history events, community Smithtown of each month -11 a.m. library and archives. Book Club Discover a new theme through The Historical Society main- thursday, november 30, 7 p.m. reading each month. Register by tains six houses and eight out- FREE: BRING YOUR OWN WINE calling the Main Branch of the buildings at three locations: the whip by Karen Kondazian Smithtown Library - 631-360- Obadiah Smith House, Caleb 2480. Smith House and their 22-acre November 17- thanksgiving* Village of the Branch Historic December 8 - Holiday / winter District Site. *NOTE. Program will be held on the 3rd The Smithtown Historical So- Friday of the month. ciety, holds a number of events

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18 • 10 A.M.-3 P.M. Our traditional Silver Tea will feature finger sanwiches, various hors d’oeuvres and a variety of homemade desserts. – Silent Auction Basket Sale – Holiday crafts and gifts, cheese, apples, Harvest Table, jams & preserves, baked goods, homemade fudge and chocolates, seasonal plants and decorations for your home. Please Join Us and Celebrate the Season!

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Long Island Museum 2017 Calendar 1200 Route 25A Series to play a duo show. Ad- Golder and holiday botanical Stony Brook, NY 11790 vance sale tickets at $25 at arrangements with the North Suf- 631-751-0066 www.sundaystreet.org through folk Garden Club. Tea and cook- [email protected] November 17 with remaining ies will be served between www.longislandmuseum.org tickets at the door, if available, workshops. for $30. $25 per workshop; $20 for mem- HOURS: bers. $45 for both workshops; Thursday-Saturday, December 3, 2 p.m. $35 for members. Space is lim- 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Gallery Tour: in Harm’s Way ited; pre-registration and pre- Sunday, 12 noon-5 p.m. Director of Long Island Tradi- payment are required. (unless otherwise noted) tions Nancy Solomon leads a ADMISSION: guided tour of the In Harm’s way December 10, 3 p.m. $10/adults, exhibition in the Art Gallery. Sunday Street $7/seniors 62 and older, Sunday Street Concert Series $5/students 6-17 years, December 3, 12 noon-5 p.m. presents Ellis Paul performing free under 6. FREE Open House live in the Carriage Museum’s Please Note: all events are free Take a break from holiday Gillespie Room. Advance sale with museum admission, unless preparations to enjoy the Mu- tickets at $25 at www.sun- otherwise noted. Please call 631- seum’s world-class exhibits. FREE daystreet.org through December 751-0066x212 to register where admission all day. 8 with remaining tickets at the indicated. For information about door, if available, for $30. becoming a museum member December 5, 10 a.m.-12 noon call 631-751-0066 x246. Senior Tuesday ExHIBITIONS Seniors 62 and older enjoy a ADuLT PROGRAMS FREE, self-guided tour of Baby, it’s Cold Outside! AND EVENTS through our Eyes in the Carriage Annual LIMarts Members’ Museum. Exhibition November 19, 3-5 p.m. December 1-January 28, 2018 James Maddock in Concert December, 10, 11 a.m. Winter always comes around With a terrific new album, In- and 2 p.m. and temps plummet. The ques- sanity vs. Humanity, James Mad- Holiday Craft Workshops tion is, are you inside where it’s dock returns to the Sunday Street Create jewelry with Nancy cozy or are you outside with the elements? LIMarts members were asked to answer that question and create that world. With more Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks than 100 LIMarts members, there for the blessings in your life. could be more than 100 ways to say, “Baby, it’s cold outside!” It’s my goal to allow you to give thanks for your kids being healthy. dog days: Portraits of Man’s Best Friend Through December 30 Long Islanders love dogs. Just OF ST. JAMES like today, anyone observing daily life on Long Island in the Dr. Gary DiBenedetto 19th century will find dogs to be PEDIATRIC/FAMILY CHIROPRACTOR an important part of the region’s Do your kids get recurring ear infections? Asthma or allergies? culture. They guarded farmyards from pests and strangers, accom- Colic? Bed wetting? Take medications? panied hunters and farmers as Headaches? Not Healthy? they worked, and also served as WE NEED TO SPEAK! beloved family pets. dog days Tuesday & Thursday 3-6 combines paintings from artists No Appointments – William Moore Davis, Evelina Just stop by & change your child’s life forever! Mount, and William Sidney Family Friendly Fees Mount with advertising, clothing, 320 Lake Ave., Front Office (across from the Post Office) continued on facing page OUR TOWN • NOVEMBER 2017 – 61 – ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

continued transportation in the and photographs to offer U.S. glimpses into the lives of Long Island’s dogs at Bayman’s Art work, play and rest. Ongoing VISITOR’S CENTER in Harm’s Way The Bayman’s Art Through December 31 gallery replicates an au- Storms and hurricanes thentic Long Island wet- have a long history in lands environment as a upstate New York and “natural habitat” for the Long Island, such as the display of shorebirds famed September 1938 and duck decoys. An “Long Island Express” Aftermath of Super Storm Sandy early 20th century bay- hurricane and the most man’s shack, complete recent Super Storm Sandy. Now, photographs. with tools, furnishings and de- five years after Sandy, In Harm’s coys in various stages of comple- way will explore how local resi- Ongoing tion, illustrates the process and dents and government agencies THE CARRIAGE MUSEUM methods used by carvers. A won- prepare and recover from natural Eight galleries housing more derfully preserved North Shore disasters like Sandy, as well as than 100 horse-drawn vehicles duck boat and a saltmarsh dio- Hurricanes Lee and Irene, and related artifacts explore the rama is based on Effie’s Hole, a through a wide array of historic history of transportation before small cove in eastern L.I. where artifacts, shared stories, hands-on the automobile became the duck hunting was a mainstay of activities and compelling every-man’s primary mode of life.

ANNE MARIE LISA Certiﬁed Nutritional Counselor, Long island symphonic Choral association Reiki Practitioner, Intuitive Guide eric stewart, Conductor richard Foley, assistant Conductor 631-525-1045 – presents a special – www.AMLisa.com Expert nutritional advice for children and adults 50th anniversarY ConCert • Attain sustainable weight loss a choral concert of 70 voice chorus, • Increase energy soloists & orchestra honoring LisCa’s founder • Improve immune health and director of 40 years Gregg smith • Learn how nutritional changes help alleviate with works by Gabrieli, bach, stravinsky, chronic illnesses mendelssohn, part, smith and more Reiki – FrIDaY, DeCeMBer 8, 2017 • 8:00 p.M. • A Japanese technique for stress reduction, saint James roman Catholic Church relaxation and tranquility Route 25A, Setauket, New York Intuitive guidance – tickets available at: www.lisca.org, • Explore what keeps you from achieving your and at the door desired goals admission: • Awaken your own inner healing capabilities $25 General, $20 seniors, students Free • Develop your true potential For information call: • Experience meditations that promote inner 631-751-2743 or 631-941-9431 peace and strength Nourishment for the Body Mind and Spirit

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Programs Offered at the Library The Smithtown Library offers a 2017 LONG ISLAND ROOM variety of programs during the PROGRAM AND Tea-rrific Reads Book Discussion upcoming weeks and months. ExHIBIT SERIES NESCONSET The Library has one number Long island at War Tues., Nov. 21, 2:15-3:15 p.m. (631-360-2480) which will con- SMITHTOWN a Fall of Marigolds by Susan nect callers to all four Library through december 2017 Meissner. Call for additional buildings. The Main Building, is 2017 marks 100 years since books, dates and times. registra- located at 1 North Country the United States’ entry into tion encouraged. Road, Smithtown. The Nesconset World War I. To commemorate Branch (Administration Business this anniversary, the Long Island Killer Reads Office) is located at 148 Smith- Room has assembled materials Book Discussion Group town Blvd., Nesconset. The from its collection as well as the NESCONSET Commack Branch is located at collections of others to highlight Call for books, dates and times. 3 Indian Head Road, Commack. Long Island’s participation in the registration encouraged. The Kings Park Branch is located nation’s various war efforts since at 1 Church Street, Kings Park. then. This exhibit will be on view International Literature Call for Library hours. through December 2017. Book Discussion Group For more information visit the SMITHTOWN library website at THE MITTEN TREE Tues., Nov. 28, 7:30-8:30 p.m. www.smithlib.org. During the month of Decem- the House of spirits by Isabel Al- You may register at the above ber, a Mitten Tree will be set up lende. registration encouraged. phone number for programs un- in the Children’s Department less otherwise noted. lobby at the Nesconset Library. A Novel Idea Patrons who would like to do- Book Discussion Group REGISTRATION INFORMATION nate new mittens, gloves, scarves SMITHTOWN In-person, online and tele- and hats are welcome to bring Wed., Nov. 22, 2:30-3:30p.m. phone registration for all pro- them in to decorate the tree. Do- saving CeeCee Honeycutt by grams is ongoing. Registration is nations are accepted for children Beth Hoffman. registration en- required unless otherwise noted. and adults. Men’s items are al- couraged. Programs that require fees can be ways appreciated. At the end of paid by credit card, cash, check the month, donations will be Sports Pages or money order to The Smith- distributed to those in need. Book Discussion Group town Library. To pay by credit SMITHTOWN card, use the online payment op- MOVIES AT THE LIBRARY Mon., Dec. 4, 10-30-12:30 p.m. tion. For more information about the Game Must Go on by John paying by credit card, see the NESCONSET Klima. no registration required. Library website. If paying in Call for dates, times and movies cash, bring exact change only. SMITHTOWN uPCOMING TRIPS Program fees are non-refundable Fri., nov. 17, 2 p.m. and non-transferable. Churchill RADIO CITY 3D PRINTERS Rated: PG, Runtime: 105 min. CHRISTMAS SPECTACuLAR The Library ‘s 3D printers, do- Fri., nov. 24, 2 p.m. & 6:15 p.m. SMITHTOWN nated by the Friends of The Beauty and the Beast (2017) wed., dec. 6, 8:35 a.m. Smithtown Library, are available Rated: PG; Runtime 129 min. Fee: $65 per person. at all four Library branches. Pa- The Radio City Christmas trons can submit a 3D Printer Call for additional dates, times Spectacular is an annual musical Use Form to request to have a and movies holiday show that features over design printed. These requests 140 performers, lavish sets and are reviewed to ensure they BOOK DISCuSSION GROuPS costumes as well as an original comply with the Library’s policy, Smithtown Book Discussion musical score. The 90-minute then sent to the requested pick- Group show stars the Rockettes and up location for printing. For fur- SMITHTOWN combines singing, dancing and ther details, please call the Thurs., Nov. 16, humor along with spectacular Reference Desk at any of the 10:15-12:15 p.m. stage settings. Meet at the Smith- branches or visit the wright Brothers by David town train station at 8:45 a.m. to www.smithlib.org/adults/3d- McCullough. no registration re- board the 8:57 train. Everyone printing.html. quired. continued on facing page

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continued and transfer at Huntington. You France. Take in Paris’s famous must be on the first train car and will arrive at Penn Station at landmarks and be humbled by will transfer at Huntington to- 10:39 a.m. and must return the beaches of Normandy and gether before arriving at Penn home on any train prior to mid- the Visitor’s Center that uses the Station at 10:33 a.m. You then night. words and images of people who have time on your own for lunch served to tell their stories and and sightseeing before meeting ADuLT PROGRAMS just how impossible a task they at the theater at 1:30 p.m. for the faced. Be awestruck by the is- 2 p.m. show. Show tickets and OuTSMART THE SCAMMERS land church Mont Saint-Michel return train tickets will be distrib- SMITHTOWN and inspired by the site of Joan uted when checking in at 1:30 thurs., nov. 16, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. of Arc’s last stand in Rouen. p.m. You are on your own after Incidents of fraud are on the the show and must be on a re- rise and scammers’ tactics are LOCAL AuTHOR FAIR turn train no later than midnight. becoming more complex. Dis- SMITHTOWN cuss how to spot certain red flags sat., nov. 18, 2-4 p.m. that may indicate a fraudulent Meet local authors and hear encounter, resources you can about their works and writing turn to in the event you or a process. loved one become a target, and steps you can take to help pro- CAPPuCCINO AND ESPRESSO tect yourself and your loved SMITHTOWN ones. Mon., nov. 20, 6:30-8 p.m. Explore the two Italian drinks ON-YOuR-OWN ALZHEIMER’S AND over which business is con- TRAIN TRIP TO NYC YOuR LOVED ONE ducted, contracts are signed, SMITHTOWN SMITHTOWN meetings are held and friend- sat., december 9, 8:45a.m. thurs., nov. 16, 7-8:30 p.m. ships are formed or reconciled. Fee: $10 per person. Learn about things to look for At the end of the presentation Enjoy a day in the city with re- if you are not living with your you will have the opportunity to duced-rate tickets via the LIRR loved one – Alzheimer’s signs drink an espresso or cappuccino and the Library. Register for the and triggers – and assistance just in time to help you celebrate trip by 9 p.m. on Thurs., Novem- available to those dealing with or National Espresso Day and treat ber 30 and then pick up your caring for someone with friends and family to an enjoy- ticket(s) at the Main Branch of Alzheimer’s. able treat this Thanksgiving. the Smithtown Library starting Mon., Dec. 4. On the day of the PARIS AND MEMORY WORKSHOP trip, all patrons must meet a staff NORTHWEST FRANCE NESCONSET member at the Smithtown train NESCONSET tues., nov. 28, 10:30-11:30 a.m. station by 8:45 a.m. and leave Fri., nov. 17, 2-3:30 p.m. Learn the difference between on the 9:03 a.m. train. Everyone Join Jeanne Schnupp for a vir- normal forgetfulness vs. demen- must be in the first car together tual tour of Paris and northwest continued on following page

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Programs Offered at the Library continued from page 63 ONGOING ADuLT PROGRAMS Call for dates and times tia and find out more about age- Phone, online and in-person related memory loss. Come and ADuLT GAME DAY registration for the next two gain helpful tips to improve your SMITHTOWN months of classes is ongoing. memory while learning fun brain Fridays, 11-1:30 p.m. Classes are open to Smithtown exercises through exciting and NESCONSET Library cardholders only until 1 challenging games. Mondays, 12-3 p.m. week prior to the program, Call for additional dates when, space permitting, all indi- and times. viduals regardless of library dis- We provide the space, tables trict are welcome to register. and chairs. Bring your friends Open to all adult drivers regard- and board or card games to play. less of age. Space is limited and is available Fee: $20 with an AARP mem- 60 MINuTES on a first-come, first-served basis. bership card; $25 without. AROuND THE WORLD no registration required. Check or money order only SMITHTOWN made out to AARP is due to the sat., dec. 2, 2-3 p.m. ADuLT WRITERS GROuP instructor at the beginning of Take a breathtaking journey- SMITHTOWN class. Must have a library card to adventure around the world with Call for dates and times register; one registration per unforgettable stories, a healthy Meet each month to share library card. dose of humor and an amazing ideas and get feedback on your program of the most beloved latest efforts. Program is free and TEEN PROGRAMS classical music hits. By inserting open to all regardless of library GRADES 6-12 stories about the music, coun- district. no registration required. The Smithtown Library offers a tries, composers’ lives and times variety of programs geared to- along with juicy anecdotes be- ART GROuP ward teens. Join one or join all – tween the music, the Karkowska SMITHTOWN you’re sure to have a great time! Sisters Duo makes the virtuoso tuesdays, 12-2:15 p.m. (In-person, online or telephone masterpieces vividly alive and Call for dates and times. registration for all programs is re- very approachable to the 21st Weekly group will work on in- quired and ongoing.) century listener. dependent projects. no registration required. TEEN VOLuNTEER MAH JONGG PARTY OPPORTuNITIES NESCONSET OPEN KNIT AND A variety of volunteer opportu- tues., dec. 5, 10 a.m.-12 noon CROCHET NIGHT nities will be offered at the Fee: $5 per person NESCONSET Library throughout the year. One Join friends and fans of Mah tues., nov. 21, 5-7:30 p.m. hour of community service will Jongg to win prizes and have Call for additional dates be given. register for this fun. This event is open to all and times program. Call for dates and levels of play, instruction Join this local group and enjoy volunteer opportunities. provided as needed. a friendly and informal get-together. Experienced crafters and Homework Helpers STRESS MANAGEMENT beginners welcome to knit and NESCONSET NESCONSET crochet with other enthusiasts. thurs., nov. 30, 4:30 p.m. wed., dec. 6, 7-8:30 p.m. no registration required. SMITHTOWN This program will begin by tues., nov. 21, 28, 4:30 p.m. viewing Daniel Levitin’s TED AARP DEFENSIVE Volunteers will work one-on- Talk, How to stay Calm when DRIVING CLASSES one with children in grades K-5 you Know you’ll Be stressed. SMITHTOWN assisting them with homework Then, Constance Lagan will lead thurs., dec. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and studying. All volunteers must a discussion on how life’s events Call for additional dates submit an application and a let- often turn us into stressed-out, and times ter of recommendation prior to burned out, confused, conflicted NESCONSET the start of the program. The ap- adults. Understand the detrimen- sat., dec. 9, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. plication is available at both the tal effects of stress and the Call for additional dates Adult and Children’s Reference importance of managing and and times Desks at each library branch. reducing stress in our daily lives. KINGS PARK continued on facing page

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continued YOuNG AT ART There will be a mandatory train- NESCONSET ing session for all those partici- (12-30 months w/adult) pating in this program. thurs., nov. 16, 10:30-11:15 a.m. or 2:30-3:15 p.m. Children will take home their Art Happening Volunteers Explore and discover art with own masterpieces. dress to NESCONSET your toddler through hands-on make a mess. sat., nov. 25,10:45-11:45 a.m. activities and fine motor fun. continued on following page Assist children while they explore a variety of art media in this hands-on program.

Book Sale Room Volunteers SMITHTOWN Mon., nov. 27, 4-5 p.m. Teen volunteers are needed to maintain the Friends of The Smithtown Library sale room.

3D PRINT DESIGN WITH TINKERCAD SMITHTOWN wed., nov. 29, 6-7:30 p.m. Build a 3D object using Tinker- cad – a simple online 3D design and printing app that can be used to make 3D toys, proto- types, Minecraft models, jewelry and more. Come to this intro- ductory tutorial in the LearnLab.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

Register in person, online or by phone for all Children’s Pro- grams – 631-360-2480 unless otherwise noted. Call the Library for dates and times and age restrictions for ALL programs. Visit the Library website at www.smithlib.org for a complete program listing and additional details or go to the Library and pick up a program flyer. note: Each child must have his/her own library card to register for programs.

For School Age Children A variety of literature-based programs which include a wide range of activities are offered throughout the school year. Each children’s department provides specialized programs, unique to each branch.

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Library Programs continued from page 65 GINGERBREAD HOuSE dren’s eye-hand coordination FAMiLY PROGRAM and gross and fine motor skills EDIBLE PuMPKIN PIE SMITHTOWN development as they explore a PLAY DOuGH (For families w/children variety of materials; includes sto- SMITHTOWN (2-4 years w/adult) under 12) rytime. dress to make a mess. sat., nov. 18,10-10:45 a.m. Fri., dec. 1, 6-8 p.m. Dress for a mess and make Join The Baking Coach and ArtSpace play dough from scratch. decorate a full size gingerbread SMITHTOWN (8-12 years) house using cookie cutouts, thurs., nov. 16, 4:30-5:15 p.m. GINGERBREAD JAM royal icing and lots of candy to This program encourages chil- NESCONSET (5-7 years) reflect your family’s celebration. dren to explore their creativity by sat., nov. 25, 10-10:30 a.m. all materials are provided. Please experimenting with a variety of Run, run, run as fast as you note: one registration per family artistic styles and mediums. can, into the Library for stories, only. crafts and a delicious snack you Baby Steps will decorate yourself. BOOTS AND BEAuTIES NESCONSET (0-11 months w/adult) NESCONSET thurs., dec. 7, 10:15-11 a.m. ROCKIN AND GROOVIN (3-6 years w/dad/adult) This is an open-ended playtime WITH GROOVY JOE sat., dec. 2, 10-10:45 a.m. for you and your little one. Meet SMITHTOWN (3-5 years w/adult) Ladies – wrangle up your dad new families and friends while sat., nov. 25, 11-11:30 a.m. or your favorite dude – join in your baby is introduced to vari- If you love Pete the Cat stories, the fun as we read stories, make ous sensory experiences through you’re going to love the hippest, crafts and dance the hoedown in creative play. coolest, grooviest dog in town, cowgirl dresses. Groovy Joe. Put on your dancing Creation Station shoes and listen to the story MAMA’S LITTLE BuCKAROOS SMITHTOWN Groovy Joe: Ice Cream and di- NESCONSET (Families w/children under 12) nosaurs. Wear a groovy pair of (3-6 years w/mom/adult) saturdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. shoes or a dinosaur t-shirt during sat., dec. 2, 11:30-12:15 p.m. Come to the Library during these storytime and receive a special Yehaw cowboys – round up hours and complete some cool prize. Listen to some groovy your mama or a special lady and crafts. music and make a cool craft. join in the fun as we read stories, make crafts and dance the hoe- Homework Help ART HAPPENING down in our ten-gallon hats. NESCONSET (5-10 years) NESCONSET (8-12 years) thurs., nov. 16, 30, sat., nov. 25, 11-11:45 a.m. STORYTIME SAFARI 4:30-5:30 p.m. Explore a variety of art media NESCONSET (3-5 years w/adult) SMITHTOWN (6-10 years) in this hands-on program. wed., dec. 6, 11-11:45 a.m. tues., nov. 21, 28, Wild characters abound when 4:30-5:30 p.m MESSY STORYTIME you open a book. Treat your Let qualified teen volunteers help SMITHTOWN (3-5 years w/adult) mind to an adventure with sto- you with homework, studying tues., nov. 28, 2:30-3 p.m. ries and an art project. and projects. Bring your work to Listen to some fun stories and the Library and leave feeling ac- create a messy masterpiece. CREATE A CALENDAR complished. registration is re- Dress to make a mess. NESCONSET (8-12 years) quired for each individual date. thurs., dec. 7, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Please indicate which date(s) you JuMP AND JIVE Create a calendar for 2018 wish to attend when registering. NESCONSET (4-6 years) that you can either keep or give wed., nov. 29, 4:30-5 p.m. as a gift. LEGO League Preschoolers will enjoy this SMITHTOWN (5-12 years) high energy independent music ONGOING PROGRAMS Call for dates and times. and movement class designed to Do you enjoy building things? sharpen motor skills. Dance, sing Art Starts Using LEGOs and your imagina- and play age appropriate games NESCONSET (2-4 years w/adult tion, you can create and build that will keep you jumpin’ and SMITHTOWN (2-4 years w/adult) many wonderful things. We sup- jivin’. Call for dates and times. ply the LEGOS. Different crafts encourage chil- continued on facing page

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continued Story Tots NESCONSET Nursery Rhyme Time NESCONSET (24-35 months w/adult) (birth-35 months w/adult) (12-23 month w/adult) tues., nov. 30, 10-10:45 a.m. SMITHTOWN tues., nov. 28, 3-3:30 p.m. Call for additional dates sat., nov. 25, dec. 2, Unplug and unwind with your and times 10-10:30 a.m. little ones. Engage in stories, Build social skills in a relaxed, NESCONSET fingerplays, rhymes and musical friendly environment, includes sat., nov. 18, 11-11:30 a.m. activities. free play, songs, stories and a thurs., nov. 30, 6:30-7 p.m. craft. siblings are welcome. Call for additional dates Terrific Threes and times. SMITHTOWN Wonderful Ones Enjoy a traditional time of nurs- (36-47 months w/adult) SMITHTOWN ery rhymes and songs for baby. Fri., dec. 1, 10-10:45 a.m. (12-23 months w/adult) siblings are welcome. Call for additional dates tues., nov. 21, 10-10:45 a.m. and times NESCONSET Pajama Storytime Enjoy free play, stories, crafts and (12-23 months w/adult) SMITHTOWN (3-6 years w/adult) circle time. siblings are wel- Fri., nov. 17, 11-11:45 a.m. wed., nov. 29, 7-7:30 p.m. come. Call for additional dates Call for additional dates and times. and times. Time for Twos This action-packed program en- Want to come to the Library in SMITHTOWN gages little ones in language your pajamas? Enjoy some sto- (24-35 months w/adult) based activities; includes free ries and songs and bring a fa- thurs., nov. 30, 11-11:45 a.m. play, stories and fun! siblings are vorite stuffed animal if you’d like. Call for additional dates welcome. Siblings are welcome. and times

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Let the Shopping, Decorating and Celebrating Begin! by June a. liardi brown corrugated box and lay it December is almost upon us, flat. Weigh it down with bricks can you believe it? I remember or rocks and/or cover it with being surprised that it was Sep- mulch or soil. It will smother the tember already! Well, let the grass/weeds, just make sure it is shopping, decorating and cele- away from wanted plants and brating begin. grass. Quick and easy and available, A larger box filled with potting use pine branches, pine cones, soil is a great container to use for cranberries and pomegranates saves you from having to stop growing potatoes. Come harvest for decorating. These all have the and go search for something. time, just tear the box and gather beautiful colors of the season. Choose a brightly-colored wire- the potatoes, then just toss the Use them for your outdoor deco- mesh basket or small bucket or whole thing into the compost rations at your entrance and fill basket. First on the list is insect pile. Small cereal boxes can be up those hanging baskets that are repellent. Then garden gloves filled with seed-starting mix to still around. Use these materials and/or disposable plastic gloves. start your seeds come spring to make arrangements for your Referred to as a soil knife, a Hori time. dining table as well. Hori is a heavy knife with a steel Use paper towel or toilet Make some place markers for blade which can be used for cut- paper tubes for seed starting too. your table. You will need small ting or digging – it is a great gar- Just cut to the size needed and terra cotta pots, some gravel, den tool. You will always be able use a baking pan to hold them. sand or modeling clay, pine or to use some plant ties, twine and Pack them tightly together so that evergreen branches cut to resem- scissors. There are plenty of they hold each other up. Fill ble small trees, and some moss. stems or branches that need se- them with the soil and plant your Just fill the pots with the sand curing. Duct tape, just because seeds. Come planting time, just and stick the small ‘trees’ into you can use it so many ways. plant the whole thing, the paper the center. Cover top of the pot, Plastic bags come in handy for will eventually break down. around the base of the tree with garbage or to safely pull up and “Come forth into the light of the moss, add a place card, or discard a poison ivy plant, or to things, let nature be your write a name right on the pot. It collect those favorite seeds. You teacher.” is a nice little gift to take home can always use some packaged –WILLIAM WORDSWORTH too. A nice look would be to wipes to clean up a muddy hand make a larger potted tree for the or to clean up a scrape. And What a nice thought to start center of your table, maybe with lastly, some adhesive bandages the new year. All the best to you some cranberries glued to its to cover up any of those scrapes. and yours. branches. At this time of year you may Here is a gift idea for your fa- have a lot of cardboard boxes Editor’s Note: vorite gardener, or yourself. Put around the house. Instead of put- June liardi, a st. James resident for over 30 years, is a wife and mother of three together a gardening tool kit. Fill ting them out you can recycle sons. June will be writing articles on gar- it with some small items that you them to use in your garden. To dening, nature related craft projects and may need while gardening. It kill grass or weeds, flatten out a family activities.

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OUR TOWN • NOVEMBER 2017 – 72 – NATURE PAGES For Kids (and Adults)

“Hoo” Do We Hear At Night? by sally wellinger cavities or abandoned nests. These While sitting quietly, it is amaz- owls are much larger than most ing how many sounds one can owls, usually around 2 feet in hear in nature. When you listen height. Great Horned Owls eat long enough and do a little re- larger mammals and birds, like search, you can start identifying rabbits, young raccoons, birds and what is around you without seeing even young fox cubs. anything. The frogs have quieted, Barn Owls are another Long Is- they have begun to hibernate or land owl, although they are not become dormant for the colder heard as frequently. Barn owls got months. The crickets have slowed their name because they prefer to their nightly chirps with the cooler live in man-made abandoned or weather. Some sounds that have rarely frequented structures, like been very active lately in St. James barns and church steeples. When is from our neighborhood owls. these are not available, Barn owls There are eight different types of will live in large conifer trees. owls that call Long Island home. Some of our images of ghosts and Four of them live here year-round ghost sounds have been derived Eastern Screech Owl and four breeds migrate south to from the Barn owl. They have a Long Island for winter. white heart-shaped face with dark The owl most commonly heard eyes. Since they often live in in our backyards is the Eastern buildings near cemeteries, they Screech Owl. These little birds are could look like a ghost swooping quite vocal at night, but rarely in the air when they fly out. Their seen. They are around 10 inches calls can sometimes sound like a high and either red or gray. They “human-like” scream or a “ghost- live in tree cavities often only 6 like” whoo. Barn owls are a little feet above the ground. There over a foot in height. Like the East- might be one living right around ern Screech owl, they eat small your yard, but you would only rodents, reptiles, amphibians, and know if you spotted their drop- birds. pings on a tree or an owl pellet on A less common owl that lives the ground. These little owls help here year-round is the Barred keep the rodent population down, Owl. They live in forests high in along with eating reptiles, am- the trees near fresh water and phibians and birds. swamps. The oldest fossil of an Another owl that can be heard owl found was of a Barred owl in around St. James is the Great Florida from 11,000 years ago. Horned Owl. They live in wooded They eat small mammals, birds, areas, but hunt in fields. Great and fresh water fish. Snowy Owl Horned owls live in hollow tree continued on facing page

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continued The other The most unusual owl that mi- two migrating grates to Long Island is the owls are also Snowy Owl. They used to be rare rarely seen be- visitors but have been showing cause they live up more frequently the past few in dense years. Snowy owls are the largest forests. The and the heaviest of the owls and Long-eared can be up to 28” in height. They Owl lives high are one of the few owls that are in trees, often diurnal or out during the day. in abandoned Generally, their habitat is close nests. They are to the ground. These owls are so a little over a The Great Horned Owl and the Barn Owl popular that people sign up for foot in height Snowy owl alerts at ebird.org. with large ear tufts. Although, A great app to use to help When one is spotted sometimes these owls are rarely seen, their identify owl sounds is Merlin large numbers of spectators and calls can be heard a half-mile Bird ID by Cornell University. photographers travel to see it. away. The Northern Saw-whet Editor’s Note: Another diurnal, migrating owl Owl is the smallest of owls at sally wellinger, a st. James resident for that spends its winters on Long only 7 inches high and has big over 30 years, is a wife and mother of Island is the Short-eared Owl. yellow eyes. They live in the four children. she is a nys Elementary They often nest on the ground cavities of conifers. People some- teacher certified in PK-6 grade, Biology and General science grades 7-12 and is near the salt marsh. These owls times think these owls are tame an outdoor environmental educator. sally are considered endangered in because they “freeze” when they will be writing nature inspired articles New York State. are near a predator. each month.

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HCDS Students Spend a Day in the Life of the Nissequogue River For the fourth consecutive is made public and is used for school’s mission is “Harbor cher- year, 5th through 8th grade stu- various environmental purposes, ishes childhood, cultivates won- dents from Harbor Country Day including tracking the health of der and inspires confident School spent several hours on the aquatic ecosystem and biodi- learners and leaders.” Graduates October 6, 2017 exploring, ana- versity of the Nissequogue River. of Harbor Country Day School lyzing and collecting data from In addition, the program raises are fearless learners and reflec- one of Long Island’s most pre- awareness among children about tive leaders who negotiate effec- cious natural resources, the Nis- the importance of protecting tively and possess the moral and sequogue River. Long Island’s aquatic ecosys- ethical foundation that prepares The annual day in the life of tems, especially as water quality them to exhibit compassion and the nissequogue river program, issues continue to permeate tolerance in a global community. sponsored by the Central Pine Long Island. Harbor Country Day School is a Barrens Commission, Harbor Country Day School, non-sectarian, nonprofit organi- Brookhaven National Laboratory, founded in 1958, is an inde- zation governed by a self- NYS Dept. of Environmental pendent, co-educational school perpetuating board of trustees. Conservation, and the Suffolk for children from Preschool For more information, visit County Water Authority, brings through Grade Eight located at www.hcdsny.org or call students to the Nissequogue 17 Three Sisters Road in the Vil- 631-584-5555. River in order to engage in lage of Head of the Harbor. The hands-on “citizen science explo- ration” of the river. Other day in the life events on Long Island this year included similar visits to the Carmans River and the Peconic Estuary. During their time at the Nisse- quogue River, Harbor students used a seine net to collect and identify fish and macroinverte- brates; collected and analyzed water samples to monitor the river’s water quality; conducted a physical analysis of external forces affecting the river; and analyzed the rocks, minerals and other characteristics of the river. All data the students collected HCDS students work at day in the Life of Nissequogue River.

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Nesconset, NY Lovely neighborhood. .46 acres. 5-bedroom, 2-bath Farm Ranch. Open floor plan with high ceilings. Bright and airy. Get ready for entertaining for the holidays in your new home. SD #1. MLS# 2973051. Price just reduced to $389,000.

North Babylon, NY – Newly Redone Super clean, newly updated 4 large bedroom/2 full bath Expanded Ranch on a 10,000 sq. ft. corner lot. All rooms freshly painted in 2016. New vinyl siding/stone in 2017. Newly redone wood floors and new carpet. New kitchen appliances and hot water heater. With an added kitchen and permits, the layout would work well for a mother/daughter. SD #3. MLS# 2964799. $409,500.

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Starting the day with a parade, Smithtown High School East held its homecoming festivities on October 7 including a halftime show by the cheerlead- ers and Whisperettes. Photos courtesy of smithtown Central school district Smithtown Spirits Soar During Homecoming It was a week full of Smith- tary School to the high school town pride leading up to the led by the marching band. Mem- homecoming football game at bers of various high school Smithtown High School East on clubs, the youth football and October 7, 2017. Students and cheerleading leagues followed staff celebrated during spirit the band down the parade route. week and enjoyed a pep rally the The East Bulls took on Bay ing queen and king, respectively, day before the game. Shore for the big game but during the halftime show, fol- Smithtown High School East’s couldn’t pull together for the lowed by performances by the homecoming kicked off with a victory. Jacque Moon and James Whisperettes and varsity cheer- parade from St. James Elemen- Fanning were named homecom- leaders.

SCARING AWAY DRuGS... In recognition of Red Ribbon Week, October 23-27, 2017, students at St. James Elementary School made scarecrows to “Scare Away Drugs.” In addition to each class creating a scarecrow, students and staff added pledges to the scarecrows to say NO to drugs and YES to healthy habits. Pictured here is Superin- tendent of Schools Dr. James Grossane with Karen Dennis’ fourth-grade class. Photo courtesy of smithtown Central school district

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Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty is proud to announce that Jill McDowell

Real Estate Salesperson has joined our St. James/Smithtown Office

Jill McDowell Real Estate Salesperson St.James/Smithtown Office 499 Lake Avenue, St.James, NY 631.584.6600 ext.262 c.516.316.2000 [email protected]

Jill McDowell is a 20 year resident of St. James and a lifetime resident of Long Island. Dedicated to real estate, she says helping people find their dream home or start a new chapter in life is what fuels her passion and drive. If her face looks familiar, it’s because you’ve watched Jill deliver the local news on TV for almost 20 years as Jill Conway. She was our hometown news woman for 16 years at News 12 Long Island and TV 55 and 4 years in New York City at Channel 11.

Several years ago, after nearly 2 decades in the highly competitive news business, Jill decided it was time to pursue her passion for real estate. And it paid off, her first sale was nearly a million dollar property. She’s never looked back! Jill is a proud mother of two daughters and a son currently attending local schools and St. Anthony’s H.S. which she is also an alumni. She grew up in Commack in a police family, her father and sister served on the NYPD and her husband of 20 years is a Suffolk police officer.

Jill loves working with clients and helping them take the stress out of selling or buying a home. She is highly credentialed as a Certified Buyer Representative (CBR), Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) and a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES). Known for her strong negotiation skills, drive, honesty and sense of humor, her clients say they actually enjoyed the process and consider Jill a friend they would use again and again.

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Knox Students Put the “Fun” in Fundraising While Supporting a Great Cause On Monday, October 9, 2017 students from The Knox School’s National Honor Society hosted a “pajamas and pancakes day” to raise funds that will support re- gions within the nation that are still facing hardship due to recent natural disasters. Students raised nearly $2,000, which will be used to buy goods that will be shipped to areas of Puerto Rico. The Mission of The Knox School’s National Honor Society (NHS) is guided by service to Students from the Knox School National Honor Society are pictured (from others. Advisor Mrs. Donna Per- left): Advisor Mrs. Donna Pergola, Colby Palmer, Brandon Persaud, Kyle Per- gola summed up how this amaz- saud, Elizaveta Vostokova, Silvia Hernandez-Benito, Oliveah Hope, and Is- ing service project began – abella Benrubi. “Knox’s first NHS meeting was held a day after the news broke folk County Comptroller John M. ing and day school whose mis- about the devastation in Puerto Kennedy, Jr. to arrange for the sion is to provide the opportunity Rico. Within hours, the members distribution of the goods pur- for capable students to excel of NHS wrote proposals, re- chased by this fundraising effort within a liberal arts program in- ceived approvals, and plans to to the areas of Puerto Rico that fused with artistic and athletic execute the fundraiser were im- are most in need. pursuits, in preparation for plemented.” The Knox School, located at higher education at selective The Knox Honor Society has 541 Long Beach Road in St. colleges and universities. partnered with the office of Suf- James, is an independent board- A SPECIAL HALLOWEEN VISIT...

Fifth-graders from Mills Pond Elementary School in St. Jams paid a Halloween visit to the St. James Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Residents handed out candy as the fifth-graders trick-or-treated through the hallways.

Photo courtesy of smithtown Central school district

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Nissequogue, NY – Majestic Elegance Nissequogue, NY – “La Dolce Vita” Elegant 5-bedroom brick Colonial on 2+ private, manicured Majestic brick Manor waterfront Estate on 3.49 acres with acres in The Overlook. Gracious entry foyer connecting captivating views of the LI Sound. Finest materials/finishes, spacious principal rooms, fine details and craftsmanship exquisite millwork, gracious rooms, 6 fireplaces. Billiard’s throughout. Grand master bedroom suite with sitting room room, theater, 2-lane AMF Bowling alley, gunite pool, cabana, and private balcony, full basement, 1st floor bedroom suite, 4-car garage with 2 lifts. Comfortable daily living amenities new driveway and fencing, in-ground pool. SD #1. meet luxurious décor. A Masterpiece Collection Listing. MLS# 2927567. $1,475,000. SD #1. MLS# 2883652. $5,900,000.

Head of Harbor, NY – Location and Lifestyle Head of Harbor, NY – Beautifully Appointed Cedar and stone Colonial on 2+ acres in private community. Spectacular 5-bedroom. 3.5-bath home with updated kitchen This residence offers an open floor plan, spacious rooms, and baths set on 2.1 flat acres comprised of professional gourmet kitchen, (Subzero, Viking, custom cabinets, granite) landscaped gardens and expansive green meadow. Located in 5/6 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, office/guest suite on 1st floor master, cul-de-sac in the incorporated village of Head of the Harbor. alarm system, generator, large pool with paving stones, Complete with new generator, 3-car garage, gunite pool with Private flat property, OSE to basement. SD #1. spa and waterfall. A must-see, one of a kind home. SD #1. MLS# 2939062. $1,099,000. MLS# 2971798. $1,099,000

Marianne J. Koke Denise Voelker Associate Real Estate Broker Real Estate Salesperson Gold Circle of Excellence Gold Circle Of Excellence St. James/Smithtown Office St. James/Smithtown Office 499 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 499 Lake Avenue, St. James, NY 631.584.6600 ext.206, c.631.335.7111 631.584.6600 ext.205, c.516.242.1339 [email protected] [email protected]

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COMMENDED STUDENTS SHINE IN SMITHTOWN... Seven Students from Smith- town High School East have been recognized as Com- mended Students in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship Program for their outstanding academic achievement on their PSAT exams. Pictured back row (from left): Smith- town H.S. East counselor Kelly Brouthers, Jonathan Golbert, Christopher Ca- puano, Jacob Tehranian, Jack Furci and Smithtown High School East Principal Dr. Kevin Simmons; front row Smithtown High School East counselor Karen Schmalz, Shrey Thaker, Stephanie Battaglia, Hana Ghobashy, and Smithtown H.S. East counselor Krista LaPresti. Photo courtesy of smithtown Central school district NAUGHTON NAMED COACH OF THE YEAR COMMUNITY READERS CONNECT VIA PARP...

Community members visited and read to different classes at St. Ann Naughton, Smithtown High School East girls field hockey coach, was James Elementary School in St. recently named a Section xI NYS Public High School Athletic Association James, on October 4, 2017, as Coach of the Year. Coaches are selected based on years of coaching, win- part of its kickoff to PARENTS AS loss records, participation in league/sectional committees, and being a READING PARTNERS initiative. positive role model in their school and community. Naughton was rec- Smithtown Central School Dis- ognized at the October 10, 2017 meeting of the Smithtown Central trict Superintendent of Schools School District Board of Education. She is pictured (center) with SCSD Dr. James Grossane (shown here) Superintendent of Schools Dr. James Grossane and SCSD Board of Edu- read to third-graders in Sarah cation trustee Gladys Waldron. Fenev’s class. Photo courtesy of Photo courtesy of smithtown Central school district smithtown Central school district

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SMITHTOWN STUDENT-MUSICIANS SELECTED FOR FESTIVALS

Nineteen students from Smithtown High School East were named Suffolk County Music Educators Association All-County musicians, one of the most prestigious honors in Suffolk County for a student-musician: Jordan Christophides, Hannah Cozzolino, Alexandra Cuomo, Anthony D’Amore, Danielle Dwyer, Nicole Ellner, Jack Furci, Harry Jung, Emily Keleher, Jack Kogan, Max Lippman, Nicole Mangione, Caroline Massaro, James Mc- Dermott, Aaron Min, Lolita Nazarov, Samantha Rini, Gabriel Romero, Justin Wei.

Eight students from Smithtown High School East have been selected for All-State honors as a result of their su- perior scores at the New York State School Music Association’s solo festival and teacher recommendations: An- thony D’Amore, Jack Furci, Emily Keleher, James McDermott, Aaron Min, Lolita Nazarov, Gabe Romero, Justin Wei. All-State student ensembles will perform at the 2017 NYSSMA Winter Conference in Rochester, NY, from November 30 through December 3. Photos courtesy of smithtown Central school district

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF NISSEQUOGUE RIVER...

Smithtown High School East science research students, under the direction of SHSE science research coordinator Maria Zeitlin, participated in a hands-on collaborative ecosystem-monitoring project at Short Beach on October 6, 2017 as part of the “Day in the Life of the Nissequogue River.” On a single day, environmental education partners and students all along the river simultaneously collected scientific information, analyzed it and shared it to portray the status of the river and estuary ecosystem. Photo courtesy of smithtown Central school district

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Oh Deer that Bambi and friends were deer and sterilization (which did- by June Capossela kempf causing havoc in the flower beds n’t work out on the eastern Long and ornamental shrubbery, but Island end.) Kramer went ballis- they were also invading Kramer’s tic when he priced the fencing. vegetable patch. He angrily re- Pete and Sue just went on with ported seeing a doe running their lives and concerned them- through his property with a selves with keeping their twins tomato in her mouth. Ms. Perkins happy and healthy. Sue still had kept insisting that if they all did a soft spot in her heart for the as she did, the deer would not be beautiful animals and was re- hungry enough to eat the vegeta- signed to the fact that they were tion. “That does not solve the here to stay. She would continue deer tick problem.” Ed snapped to check the kids over for ticks back at her. As the subject ad- every time they played outdoors vanced to culling, Perkins – deer or not. In a flash, a family of six forag- stormed off – most likely to call One member of the group ing deer gracefully dashed across the DEC and Sue whisked the smiled when his research re- our front lawn, so close we twins home before they could vealed that cooking venison kills could almost touch them. It hear Pete explain the rules for the bacterium that causes Lyme could be expected since we live culling deer in Suffolk County. disease. Another, had the proper in close proximity to a nature Mr. Kramer stayed to listen to license, permit and skill to take preserve. Pete, and then proclaimed that full and legal advantage of the “Awe, How beautiful, “I said. he was not just going to stand by county’s appointed open season. “NOT!” my neighbor, Ed, and let the animals devour his Together, they set off to the shouted as he approached us. crops. Before the group dis- woods to do their part in preserv- “They ate all my flowers, persed, it was clear that this was ing what they regard as an au- stripped five decorative shrubs too big an issue to solve in one thentic colonial tradition. and gobbled up all the English ‘over the fence’ debate. ~ ~ ~ ~ Ivy that covered our trellis.” ~ ~ ~ ~ Luckily, little Erin and Eric did- These animals are not ‘Awe, how When Ms. Perkins called the n’t know a thing about culling or beautiful.’ They are a menace.” environmental agency, she got long bows, Lyme disease or veni- He shouted loud enough to at- an earful. She learned all about son. The children were too tract Ms. Perkins, who lives deer hunting season, long bow young to listen to a speech that alone, across the street. She hunters and deer ticks. She the Pilgrim’s first thanksgiving feeds the deer in her yard and learned that licensed hunters meal did not just consist of perceives the animals as family. were permitted to hunt deer in turkey, but other provisions avail- As the woman came toward us, restricted areas during Suffolk able to them to hunt. Now when Ed gritted his teeth and snarled, County’s deer hunting season. the twins sat down to the 350th “Oh no, just who we need, Ms. Pete Googled for information on Thanksgiving dinner, in the mid- Bambi bleeding heart.” It only his iPad and saw that hunting dle of deer hunting season, and took a few high pitched words to season was about to commence. asked, “What’s that?” it was easy get the attention of more neigh- Kramer began getting estimates for Sue to tell them, “That’s the bors. And so began a rather in- for a 12 ft. chain link fence to dark meat, would you like tense curbside discussion. wrap around his vegetable gar- some?” Eric poked at the meat “We can’t even let the kids den. We didn’t do much. Ed with his fork. Erin took a bite, play in the back yard, without went on vacation. Weeks went made a sour face, and then worrying about deer ticks, “said by and we didn’t see another asked, “What’s for dessert?” Pete who also marched across deer around. “Maybe the herd Without a moment’s hesita- the street to join in the conversa- moved on to another neighbor- tion,” Pete blurted out the an- tion. Pete lives right next door to hood.” We had no more contact swer: ”Moose Tracks - Yum!” the Perkins woman, with his wife with anyone in the group and Sue and their five-year-old twins, Editor’s Note: didn’t know what action anyone June Capossela Kempf, of st. James, is the Erin and Eric. By now, a small may or may not have pursued: author of yo God Jay’s story – a unique group of neighbors assembled by Ms. Perkins attended the very spin about raising a special needs child. our driveway, including Mr. It is published by KeithPublications.com. next town meeting to protest the Kramer, the neighborhood pro- she also writes essays and is the facilita- practice of culling and offered duce grower. It was bad enough tor for the adult writers Group at the solutions such as birth control for smithtown library.

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Adhesive Capsulitis – Frozen Shoulder by richard Greco, or fracture protect the shoulder by using it Pt, atC, CsCs Often, however, there is no less. The movement loss is most Adhesive capsulitis is the stiff- known reason why adhesive cap- noticeable in “external rotation” ening of the shoulder due to scar sulitis starts. (this is when you rotate your arm tissue, which results in painful How does it Feel? away from your body), but you movement and loss of motion. Most people with adhesive might start to lose motion when The actual cause of adhesive capsulitis have worsening pain you raise your arm (called “flex- capsulitis is a matter for debate. and then a loss of range of move- ion and abduction”) or reach be- Some believe it is caused by in- ment. Adhesive capsulitis can be hind your back (called “internal flammation, such as when the broken down into stages. rotation”). You’ll have pain dur- lining of a joint becomes in- Stage 1: ing the day and at night. flamed (synovitis), or by autoim- During this stage, it may be Stage 2: mune reactions, where the body difficult to identify your problem By this stage, you’ve had launches an “attack” against its as adhesive capsulitis. You’ve symptoms for 3 to 9 months, own substances and tissues. had symptoms for 1 to 3 months, most likely with a progressive Other possible causes include: and they’re getting worse. There loss of shoulder movement and • Reactions after an injury or sur- is pain with active movement an increase in pain (especially at gery and passive motion (movements night). The shoulder still has • Pain from other conditions – that a physical therapist does for some range of movement, but such as arthritis, a rotator cuff you). The shoulder usually aches this is limited by both pain and tear, bursitis, or tendinitis – when you’re not using it, but stiffness. that has caused you to stop pain increases and becomes Stage 3: moving your shoulder “sharp” with movement. You’ll Your symptoms have persisted • Immobilization of your arm, have a mild reduction in motion for 9 to 14 months, and you have such as in a sling, after surgery during this period, and you’ll continued on page 91

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Ask Ron Villano... dear ron, Dear Struggling, this is my first semester of col- First and foremost, you must lege and I must say, it has been understand that you are not more difficult than I thought it alone. College is a very difficult would be. I was looking forward transition for many students. to moving away from home, Even those who look like they making new friends, and finding are making a smooth transition – my independence. so far, the ex- may be silently struggling as perience has not been as glam- well. Second, you are going to orous as I had hoped. My classes have to face your fears of sharing overwhelm me, I am not clicking this pain with others. It’s time to Ron Villano, M.S., LMHC, ASAC, with my roommate or her use your resources. If you are not CCH is the leading expert in work- friends, and I am struggling to ready to mention your feelings to ing through change. As a father manage my money and time. I mom and dad, at least seek out who lost his 17-year old son in an auto accident, he always speaks am so embarrassed by these set- on-campus counseling or meet from the heart. As a licensed backs that I have kept them all to with an academic advisor. Per- mental health counselor, he guides myself and now I fear I am be- haps one of them can direct you others on how to work through coming depressed. My parents to on-campus tutoring, clubs and difficult times. As a national tried to stop me from going to an teams to join, as well as assist speaker and author of The Zing, out-of-state school and had sug- you in processing your experi- Ron has appeared on TV and radio gested I stay local for the first ence. It’s OK to ask for help! It throughout the world. He will year or two – now I feel like they does not mean you are less suc- help you to Embrace the Power of were totally right and I just don’t cessful than any of your peers. Change in your personal and know how to tell them. what do You may not click with your professional life. you think? – struggling continued on page 91

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POWER & POSSIBILITIES OF ESSENTIAL OILS Not All Essential Oils Are Created Equal by terri Pace composition of the specific essential oils. Essential oils are very popular sential oil. Sourcing & Quality these days. Have you noticed a • The addition of natural chemi- Purity: Do you know the com- display of essential oils in your cals from other than the spe- pany’s sourcing policies, like pharmacy, in stores like Bed, cific essential oil sources that how and where the plant is Bath & Beyond and Target, or are the same as the natural sourced and by what method of maybe even on Amazon.com? constituents found in the es- distillation the oil is separated You may notice that more of your sential oil. from the plant? Do you know its friends are touting the different • The addition of synthetic quality control testing process? benefits of using essential oils on chemicals that are the same as Are the test results which prove social media pages like Pinterest, the natural constituents found purity and potency readily avail- Facebook and Instagram. in the essential oil. able for anyone to review? Tech- Adulteration • The addition of oils or fractions nological advances of the tests to (or Standardization) of oils of similar composition determine purity must keep pace I love using therapeutic grade to the complete essential oil or with the growing sophistication essential oils because they de- some constituents found in the of adulteration practices. liver amazing and reliable bene- essential oil. Potency: Do you know where fits. However, adulteration (or Through the addition of syn- the plant is grown, and the spe- standardization) occurs more fre- thetic compounds or oil fractions cific chemistry derived from that quently than you might imagine. from other oils, suppliers or mid- location? The amount of sun- An out-of-specification oil can dlemen brokers can reduce the light, rainfall, climate, and envi- be brought into specification by cost of the oil, and the seller can ronmental pollutants will change boosting the level of key con- make a higher profit. This is cer- based on region and these envi- stituent(s). During his presenta- tainly a concern if you seek a ronmental factors will create dif- tion, Raising the Bar for Purity & therapeutic outcome when using ferent chemical constituents in Potency, in Salt Lake City, UT in that essential oil! the plants grown in that region, September 2017, Dr. Brian Any change to the essential oil and in the essential oil distilled Lawrence shared these all too reduces its sensory strength and from that plant. common practices: makes its efficacy less valuable. labeling: Does the company • The addition of foreign chemi- Here are some great ways to de- identify the specific chemistry of cals that are unrelated to the termine the quality of your es- continued on facing page

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continued this is an easy way to know you matters! There are many forms of the essential oil’s main condo not have a quality oil! adulteration and very little real stituents? Does the label on the Education: Therapeutic Grade regulatory oversight to help you bottle reflect a properly defined essential oils are an education prevent or detect it. So, the only botanical definition with the based product. What is your way to know is to have a clear genus or type of plant, followed company doing to help educate understanding of what your com- by a species description, as well its consumers for safe and effec- pany is doing! The benefits you as the common name? Syntheti- tive therapeutic uses? What are receive when you use an essen- cally derived forms of the essen- the approved claims and uses for tial oil are directly related to this tial oil may not include extended the essential oil you select? Does underlying chemistry and qual- botanical descriptions. your company publish its recom- ity. Be an educated consumer Is there an FDA Supplement mended uses and benefits, its ap- and use only certified pure, ther- Fact label on the bottle? Is the oil proved claims list, and the apeutic grade essential oils for rated GRAS (generally regarded scientific studies to validate these your family! as safe) by the FDA and ap- claims? proved for internal use? Remem- There are many clinical studies Editor’s Note: ber, the high quality of your which have been performed by terri Pace and her family are longtime residents of st. James and owners of essential oil used topically or world-class laboratories, clinics, Pace’s steak House in Hauppauge, ny. aromatically is equally impor- academic, industry, and medical terri is a certified Holistic Health Coach. tant! Anything we breathe in or institutions and research organi- she is an educator, sharing her experi- apply topically is also being zations. Check out the scientific ences and knowledge on the use of simply natural solutions to support the brought into the body! source on essential oil research structure and functions of the body for Price: The plants (raw materi- and information on www.aro- optimal health and wellness. terri invites als) from which essential oils are maticscience.com to learn more you to contact her for a free private, per- distilled vary in the volume about the amazing new scientific sonal wellness consultation and to get needed to create the essential advances which are only avail- samples of essential oils which can support your specific wellness goals: sim- oil. This will affect the price per able with a therapeutic grade es- [email protected] For more liter and you will see wide varia- sential oil! information on other events and weekly tions in price as a result. If you Not all essential oils are cre- workshops available: visit http://simply- see a selection of different essen- ated equal! Let the buyer be- naturalseminars.eventbrite.com or call terri at 631-487-1627. tial oils, all for the same price, ware! Where you get your oils

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Hearing Instrument Technologies for Easier Living by william Kent the features described below if program itself is constantly fluctu- Hearing Instruments have ad- you have trouble hearing in these ating. Wireless streaming, includ- vanced dramatically, even in just listening situations. ing Bluetooth-enabled hearing the last couple of years. They’re One-on-one, face-to-face instruments, offers a solution; high-tech, tiny and discreet, easy conversations: they let you feed crystal-clear to use, and perform far better Most people who use hearing sound directly from the TV into than ever before. In fact, a na- instruments are very happy with your hearing instruments at vol- tional survey showed that the vast the improvement they see in their umes just right for you – and no- majority of people who pur- ability to hear in one-on-one or body else in the room knows chased hearing instruments in the small group conversations. You’d when you’re turning the volume last year are glad they did (91%). be surprised to find how even the up or down. Friends and family They would even recommend most basic hearing instruments can control the TV remote ac- getting hearing instruments to can help you in these settings. cording to their own needs. family members and friends Feedback cancellation technology Streaming works with stereos and (90%). The truth is, modern digi- helps ensure that there’s no un- other home entertainment sys- tal hearing instruments are as wanted squealing from your hear- tems as well. automatic volume sleek, innovative and leading- ing instruments when the control even allows your hearing edge as any consumer electronic conversation gets really close. aids to adjust the sound level for device – just better – because you, which is a real asset, espe- they’re fitted and programmed by cially when watching “action” a hearing healthcare professional movies. for your individual hearing and In the car: lifestyle needs. When driving, you want to be Involvement by a hearing able to hear all the passengers no healthcare professional means matter where they’re seated. Bin- you get maximum benefit from aural wireless hearing aids (that the latest in hearing instrument is, a wireless hearing aid for each technologies. Plus, you get per- ear) provide the answer. Hearing sonal coaching and follow-up vis- aids with adaptive directional mi- its that are invaluable in helping crophones also can help. This you make the most of your hear- Business meetings: technology lets you decipher ing instruments. Catching everything that is speech from any direction. Impor- So go ahead. Take that next being said around the conference tantly, noise reduction technolo- step toward better hearing. Learn room table and over the speaker gies allow you to hear speech about the newest generation of phone can be challenging even even through the sounds of the hearing aids, and reconnect the for those with normal hearing. di- surrounding traffic. day-to-day joys of living. Don’t rectional microphones, with Around the dinner table: miss another one of life’s singular highly focused directionality, help Few things are as isolating as moment. you zoom in on the person you being surrounded by family and What you need to know about want to hear, even while others the people you love and not today’s hearing instruments. are talking. And sleek, wireless being part of the conversation. Most people want to know mini-microphones – some even But hearing instruments allow what to look for in hearing instru- looking like a pen or integrated you to pick up on the conversa- ments so they can hear better in into your smart phone as an tion without a lot of effort. Highly certain everyday situations. So app – can be placed on the con- focused directional microphones we’ve gone ahead and identified ference room table to offer an ad- help you zoom in on whoever is several hearing instrument tech- ditional listening boost. These telling a great story. Just as in nologies, and features, that are accessories wirelessly amplify the business meetings, wireless mini- designed to help you hear more speaker’s voice directly into your microphones placed on the din- easily in real-life. Keep in mind, a hearing instruments. ing table help bridge the gap license hearing healthcare profes- Watching television: between you and those at the fur- sional – that is, a hearing instru- Watching a good TV show or ther end of the room by amplify- ment specialist or audiologist, is movie is a good way to unwind ing the speakers’ voice directly best suited to help you identify and spend some low-key together into your hearing aids. Some mi- the right hearing instrument for time with your spouse or family. crophones can even be clipped to your particular hearing needs and The problem is, untreated hearing the speaker’s label or worn lifestyle. 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Hearing Instrument Technologies for Easier Living continued from page 88 occur with louder sounds – while Quelling that ringing On the phone: ensuring the clarity of softer in the ears (tinnitus): Digital wireless hearing instru- sounds. Automatic volume con- Tinnitus is most often the result ments mean you can stream trol also comes in handy, espe- of noise exposure; it is almost al- sound di- cially at the movies where the ways accompanied by hearing rectly from loudness of films constantly loss. Luckily, research shows that your smart changes. Many performing arts hearing instruments alone, often phone into centers and an increasing number reduce the annoyance associated your hear- of cinemas are now equipped with tinnitus for most people. Not ing instru- with hearing loops that work in only do they help improve hear- ments conjunction with the hearing in- ing and communication, but they without strument telecoils, so the source also help reduce the prominence ever having of the sound streams directly into of that ringing in the ears by am- to put the phone to your ear. This your hearing instruments. plifying background sound. Just advanced – but-now-common, taking the focus off the tinnitus, technology allows for clearer, can provide relief for many peo- crisp sound. You control the vol- ple. What’s more, hearing instru- ume with your phone. This means ments reduce the stress you can hear and understand associated with intensive listen- phone conversations with less ef- ing. That alone can help relieve fort. For landlines, an older but tinnitus symptoms. Some ad- very beneficial technology known vanced digital hearing instru- as telecoils allows your hearing ments now include integrated instruments to pick up the signal “sound therapy or tinnitus directly from your telephone. maskers” giving people even In restaurants, coffee shops,and greater relief. other noisy settings: With technology that is avail- Public places where people At church, synagogue and other able today, it is no wonder why meet to talk can be especially places of worship: people who are wearing them are hard for those with difficulty hear- Even just basic hearing aid more comfortable and satisfied ing. But advancements in digital technology helps decrease listen- with their instruments than ever hearing instruments have made it ing effort by amplifying the before. If you, or someone you easier to hear conversations in sounds of interest. At the same know has difficulty in communi- these settings. Directional micro- time, automatic volume control cating with others, or you suspect phones let you zoom in on the manages changes in the loudness they are struggling with everyday conversation, and noise reduction of the various sounds during the conversation, reach out and ex- technologies help filter out back- service – like the sermon, organ plain to them that wearing hear- ground clatter and chatter. Acces- music or choir. An increasing ing instruments is no big thing, sories like mini-microphones, set number of churches are now and that a hearing test is the first on the table or clipped to your equipped with hearing loops. thing to be considered. With most companion’s collar, can provide Working in conjunction with health insurance coverage, hear- an added audio boost and clarity hearing instrument telecoils, hearing tests are covered with little or by wirelessly streaming your ing loops stream the speaker’s no out of pocket expense. friend’s voice directly into your voice directly into your hearing “Life is short, and we should all hearing instruments. And don’t instruments, making it easier to strive to enjoy it to our fullest ca- forget that these mini-micro- decipher speech when you’re sit- pacity. Have your hearing tested, phones can even come in the ting or standing far from the and make sure you are, ‘living it form of an app downloaded onto speaker. to the fullest.’ You, your family your smart phone. Enjoying the outdoors: and your friends deserve it.” At musical performances and in Digital wind noise detection movie theaters: and reduction technology, is just Editor’s Note: When you’re at a concert or what you need when you want to william Kent, of st. James, is the director of long Island Hearing, an audiology and other musical event, you want to enjoy the outdoors on a breezy hearing instrument family practice estab- hear the richness and quality of day. And highly advanced noise lished for over 31 years. with offices in the music. Fortunately, even the reduction technology helps dim nassau and suffolk Counties, they can be most basic hearing instruments background noise when you’re reached at 1-800-698-5200 for more in- provide listening ease by elimi- enjoying louder outdoor activi- formation and a free brochure about hearing loss and hearing instruments. nating the distortion that could ties.

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THE FINISH LINE

How Can PT Help Frozen Shoulder Stages 1 and 2 Ask Ron Villano continued from page 84 Your PT will help you maintain continued from opage 89 greatly decreased range of as much range of motion as pos- roommate and her friends, but shoulder movement. During the sible and will help reduce the the good news is, you don’t have early part of this stage, there is pain. They may use a combina- to! There is an entire campus of still a substantial amount of pain. tion of stretching and manual others to be social with. Start by Toward the end of this stage, therapy techniques to increase choosing 2 or 3 clubs to join. however, pain decreases, with your range of motion and also There you will meet other stu- the pain usually occurring only may decide to use treatments dents who have the same inter- when you move your shoulder as such as heat and ice to help ests as you. Don’t be afraid to tell far you can move it. relax the muscles prior to other your professors that you are Stage 4: forms of treatment. The therapist struggling. They will be able to You’ve had symptoms for 12 to will give you a home exercise help you connect with on-cam- 15 months, and there is a big de- program designed to help reduce pus services to assist you. Worst- crease in pain, especially at the loss of motion. case scenario – you are not night. You still have a limited Stage 3 and 4 ready for this transition yet. And range of movement, but your The focus of treatment will be that is OK too. Be open minded ability to complete your daily ac- on the return of motion, with and patient. Vocalize your pain tivities involving overhead mo- your therapist using more aggres- to loved ones. You might be tion is improving at a rapid rate. sive stretching and manual ther- pleasantly surprised by their re- How is it diagnosed? apy techniques. In this stage, sponses. Often, physical therapists don’t your therapist will focus on the Editor’s Note: see patients with adhesive cap- return of “normal” shoulder body sulitis until well into stage 2 or 3. ron Villano, M.s., lMHC, asaC, CCH, is mechanics and your return to the founder and director of Family & Per- Your physical therapist will per- normal, everyday, pain-free ac- sonal Counseling, located at 872 Middle form an evaluation, including an tivities. Country road in st. James. He is an au- extensive health history, to rule thor of the book The Zing, has appeared out other diagnoses. They will Note: The following information was on national tV, along with daily appear- provided by the American Physical Ther- ances on the Verizon Fios1 network. look for a specific pattern in your apy Association. with offices in st. James, Bohemia, East decreased range of motion; it’s Editor’s Note: Islip, levittown and Middle Village and a called a “capsular pattern” and is richard Greco, Pt, atC, CsCs, is a st. staff of 20 therapists from all back- typical with adhesive capsulitis. James resident and Physical therapist. He grounds – Family & Personal Counseling In addition, they will consider the director of Greco Physical addresses individual and family concerns of all ages. For additional information call other conditions you might therapy/Motion Pt Group, located at 430-7 north Country road in st. James. 631-758-8290 or visit www.Familyand- have – such as diabetes, thyroid For more information on physical therapy, PersonalCounseling.com and disorders, and autoimmune dis- adhesive capsulitis, shoulder pain, and www.ronVillano.com to listen to his fea- orders – that are associated with general injury rehabilitation contact him tured interviews. adhesive capsulitis. at 631-686-6600.

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During Holidays, Be Extra Vigilant About Protecting Financial Data by scott Posner, one of these bogus notices, CFP, CrPC, a.a.M.s. you could either take on some To help achieve your long- malware or get taken to a term goals, such as a comfort- “phishing” website created by able retirement, you should save the shipping notice forgers. and invest regularly. But that’s Your best defense: Only shop only part of the picture. You also with legitimate merchants and need to protect your financial only use the tracking numbers assets in various ways. One such given to you in the email you method is guarding your per- received immediately after sonal information – especially making your purchases. any information that could be linked to your financial ac- • Keep your Social Security counts. It’s obviously important you can even find a free online number to yourself. As a gen- to be vigilant at any time, but program that can help you eral rule, don’t give out your you need to be even more on keep track of all your pass- Social Security number on- your toes during the holiday sea- words. line – to anyone. No legitimate son, when fraudsters are particu- retailer needs this number. Fi- larly active. • Be suspicious of “huge sav- nally, be aware that not all at- So, to help keep your impor- ings.” It happens every holiday tempts at stealing your tant data under wraps during the season – identity thieves de- personal information will holidays, consider these sugges- velop fake sites with attractive come online. When you’re out tions: graphics and stunningly low shopping at old-fashioned, prices on a variety of items, es- brick-and-mortar stores, con- • Extend your protection to all pecially digital devices. If you sider bringing just one credit mobile devices. Identity fall for these pitches, you won’t card with you – and protect thieves can now compromise get any merchandise, but you that card from prying eyes. your mobile devices by in- might get a handful of stalling spyware that steals headaches once the bad guys By following these precau- usernames, passwords and have your credit card number tions, you should be able to credit card information. Fortu- and other personal informa- greatly reduce the risk of being nately, you can fight back. By tion. To prevent this, be wary victimized by identity thieves doing a little research online, of any deal that sounds too and other miscreants. And the you can find the best mobile good to be true, and do some more comfortable you are in security software for your digging on the websites that doing your holiday shopping, the needs. offer these mega-savings. more you can enjoy the season.

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Cuillo / Barry Exchange Marriage Vows Mr. and Mrs. Albert of Honor was her sister Cuillo, of St. James, and Mr. Brittney Cuillo and brides- and Mrs. William Barry, of maids were Jennifer Barry, Hauppauge, are happy to Kristin Lettieri and announce the marriage of Stephanie Tanzi. their children, Danielle K. William is a 2004 gradu- Cuillo and William J. Barry, ate of Smithtown High on August 19, 2017. The School West and received couple exchanged marriage his degree from Farming- vows in front of family and dale State University. He is friends at the Parish of the the co-owner of Barry Bros. Holy Cross in Nesconset, Landscape and Design in NY. A reception followed at St. James, NY. His Best Men the Bellport County Club in were his brothers Brian and Bellport, NY. Thomas Barry and his Danielle is a 2005 gradu- groomsmen were Christo- ate of Smithtown High pher Casa and Anthony School West and received Schiotis. degrees from St. Joseph’s The happy couple honey- College and Stony Brook mooned in Hawaii and re- University. She is an Ad- side in St. James, NY. ministrative Intake Coordi- Congratulations and best nator at Woodward wishes to Danielle and Children’s Center in Billy from your family and Danielle and William Barry Freeport, NY. Her Matron friends. New Arrival Cathy and Ed Levine, of St. tler as part of the new Grandma James, are happy to announce and Grandpa club. Special con- the birth of their new grandson gratulations go out to Grandma Benjamin Edward Sattler. Their Barbara “Grammi,” Grandma daughter Stephanie and her hus- Judy, and Grandpa Jim, as they band Jason, became proud par- now have been elevated to great ents on October 10, 2017 at grandparents. 4:44 p.m. Benjamin, weighing 8 Benjamin lives in Holbrook lbs. 9 oz. and measuring 20 with his mom and dad, their 2 inches long, is both a first child cats, Stella and Fiona, and Mur- and a first grandchild for the phy the dog. Murphy, the family’s family. 75 lb. Labradoodle will not let Benjamin is truly blessed. He anyone near Benjamin until he has numerous aunts and uncles – gives the sniff test of approval. some by blood and others by He has assumed the role of Ben- choice but all love him deeply. jamin’s protector. Congratulations to Dana Lynn We wish the family all good and Tim Doyle, Paul and Peg Sat- health and much happiness. Benjamin Edward Sattler

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FOR SALE The holiday season is upon us BuLL RuN FARm with Thanksgiving in just a few days. The traditional bird is ordered, the specialty pasta 8.71 Acres and imported cheese will be made ready in plenty of time. farm House We have many places to buy Christmas trees farm Stand and floral decorations right here in town to adorn our homes. Horse Barn Seasonal holiday lights, put up by the St. James Chamber of Commerce, 4 Bay garage will be going on the decorative poles along Lake Avenue. equipment Barn The restaurants, shops and businesses along Lake Avenue, Chicken Coop Middle Country Road and North Country Road Can Be Divided will be lighting up OUR TOWN into 1 Acre lots to make St. James a happy place to be. Asking $1,990,000 shoP LoCaL –shoP st. James I want to personally thank all of you for bringing food and other articles to my oﬃce for the Smithtown Pantry all year long. It was greatly appreciated by those among us who truly needed some help this year. Let’s try to think of them during the holidays as well, and make it a blessed one with a little help from Our Town. Happy Thanksgiving, Happy Chanukah and Have a Merry Christmas.

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A Chilling & Thrilling Haunted mansion and Trail of Terror Deepwells Farm in St. James decorating every room... the mansion visitors were able to was completely transformed into results were amazing. Each year watch a scarey movie and listen a very scarey Haunted Mansion it gets better and better and this to the Ghost Hunter as he spoke in celebration of Halloween this year it was “awesome.” about the resident ghosts that past October. This Deepwells The house was open for view- live in Deepwells. Farm Historical Society event, ing six nights on Friday and Sat- Special thanks to all the co-chaired by board members urday evenings in October visitors who can now say they Denise Davis, Denise Wladyka beginning on Friday the 13th. survived the 2017 Deepwells and Scott Posner, was the best With a myriad of ghosts, ghouls Haunted Mansion and Trail of ever with several new creepy and goblins (some real) and Terror. Proceeds from ticket sales rooms and an amazing outside haunting music, there was a lot will go to the preservation of the Trail of Terror. Thanks to the vol- of screaming going on. Thanks to house so the community can unteers from the St. James Cham- all the big and little scarers, who enjoy it for many more years to ber of Commerce, students from did an amazing job, this spook- come. local schools and community tacular event was the best yet. members, who worked hard While waiting to go into the photos by William J. Garthe

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Biagio (Bill) Alba Lisa, Megan, Giana and Nicholas and great- grand aunt of Robert, Isabella and Jordan. She is survived by many other family members and friends. Biagio (Bill) Alba, of Lake A Funeral Mass was celebrated at Sts. Philip & Grove, NY, passed away on James R.C. Church, St. James, NY. Cremation to follow October 12, 2017 at the age at Washington Memorial Park, Mt. Sinai. Interment of of 87. He was born in Brook- her ashes will be held at Mt. St. Mary’s Cemetery, lyn, NY to Joseph and Flushing, NY. Josephine Alba. Bill married, In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to: Cooley’s the love of his life, the late Anemia Foundation, 740 Smithtown Bypass # 201, Grace Caruana in 1956. Smithtown, NY 11787, would be appreciated. They were married for 57 Arrangements were entrusted to the professional years. Proud Veteran of the care of the Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and United States Army Korean the Vigliante family. War. He was a 20-year member of the New York City Fire Biagio (Bill) Alba Department starting in 1960. In 1963 he moved his Carol A. Higgins family to Smithtown, NY and remained there his en- Carol A. Higgins, of Smith- tire life. town, NY, passed away on He was a fighter, charming and funny as well. He October 17, 2017 at the age lived a long life in spite of his challenges. He was an of 84. She was the beloved avid skier, tennis player, scuba diver and loved his ad- wife of the late Robert. Cher- ventures at sea on the ValleJoe and the Windchantress. ished mother of Thomas, Bill was someone who was willing to try new things William, Kenneth, Michelle and always bounced back with each and every chal- and Patricia. Loving grand- lenge that came his way. He was steady, funny and full mother of Kelley, Thomas Jr. of love. He let Gracie take center stage, but was al- (Brianna), Brian, Stephanie ways in control as the strong and quiet variety. and Michael. Adored sister of We will miss him terribly, but we are so grateful for Barbara (Robert) and Herbert Carol A. Higgins the wonderful years full of family, friends, memories (Patricia). She is survived by and love. He is survived by his three children, Valerie many other family members and friends. Lindeman, Lisa Procter and Joseph Alba and his six A Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s R.C. grandchildren who he adored, Kimberly Allen, Hillary, Church, Smithtown, NY. Interment followed at Calver- Natalie Lindeman, Emily, Addy and Sam Procter. ton National Cemetery. A religious service was celebrated at the Branch Fu- Arrangements were entrusted to the professional neral Home. Interment with Military Honors followed care of the Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and at Calverton National Cemetery. the Vigliante family. Arrangements were entrusted to the professional care the Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown. Charles Tomasello Roseanne Casamassima Charles Tomasello, of Sayville, NY, passed away on Roseanne Casamassima September 17, 2017 at the (nee: Scopelliti) of Lake age of 85. they shall not Be Grove, NY, passed away on Forgotten. Proud Veteran October 23, 2017. Beloved United States Army. Retired mother of the late Denise attorney and former Suffolk Casamassima DeMaio and County District Court Judge. the late Lisa Casamassima. Loving father of Mark, An- Dear daughter of the late drew and Christine. Cher- Thomas and the late ished grandfather of Jaclyn, Roseann Scopelliti. Loving Julia, Mark and Frankie. Dear sister of the late Marie Can- brother of the late Robert. cro and the late Thomas A prayer service was cele- Charles Tomasello Scopelliti, Jr. Cherished aunt brated at the Branch Funeral of Donna Cancro Chider, Roseanne Home. Interment followed with military honors at Guy (Jeannette) Cancro, An- Casamassima Calverton National Cemetery. thony Cancro, Marisa (Ed- Arrangements were entrusted to the professional ward) Sorrentino, Diane Leo, and Jennifer Scopelliti. care of the Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and Adored grand-aunt of Justin, Edward, Diana, Daniel, the Vigliante family.

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Asta (Ester) Moll who was the light of his life. He was a devout Catholic as well as a Eucharist Minister for several parishes over Asta (Ester) Moll, of St. his lifetime. He was an avid salt water fisherman and James, passed away at the deer hunter. He also enjoyed woodworking, making age of 95 on August 22, furniture and specialty items for his family. 2017 at her home sur- A Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s R.C. rounded by her family. She Church, Smithtown, NY. Interment followed at St. was a caring daughter of the Patrick’s Cemetery Smithtown, NY. In lieu of flowers late Olga Olsen, beloved donations may be made to the American Heart Asso- wife of the late Leif Moll, ciation. loving mother of Barbara Arrangements were entrusted to the professional Thomas and Nancy Reuter. care of the Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and She was also the adored the Vigliante family. grandmother of Holly (Mike) O’Donnell, Kim (Mike) Kerst, Bob (Ellen) Reuter, John (Bar- Doris J. Reid bara) Thomas, Stephen Doris Jean Reid (nee Vur- (Linda) Thomas and Erick gason), lifelong resident of (Carolyn) Reuter and great- Asta (Ester) Moll New York (formerly of Bay grandmother of Michael and Emily O’Donnell, Kelly, Ridge in Brooklyn and Bell- Matthew and Andrew Kerst, Kari and Kaia Reuter, more, LI) passed peacefully Nicholas, Vincent and Christian Thomas, Scott and on September 2, 2017 at the Kevin Thomas, Erick and Julia Reuter. age of 93. Devoted daughter Ester, a 60 year resident of St. James, was very in- of the late Alice Cecilia (Dor- volved in the St. James United Methodist Church and ney) and Franklin Albert Vur- the Sons of Norway Loyal Lodge in St. James. She vol- gason. Born Tuesday, unteered at St. Catherine of Siena Hospital for 12 October 23, 1923 in Dyker years always bringing smiles to those lives she Heights, Brooklyn. Cherished touched. She loved to read and garden and could usu- younger sister of the late ally be found in her yard working. Beatrice J. Vurgason. A grad- Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the profes- uate of Sacred Heart Acad- sional care of the Maher family of St. James Funeral emy, Doris married John Home. Henry Reid at the Sacred Hearts of Mary and Jesus Doris J. Reid John J. Morgan Catholic Church on June 16, 1950, who preceded her in death in 2010 after 60 John J. Morgan passed years of marriage. Loving mother of John Henry peacefully at his home in (Dorothy) Reid of St. Augustine, FL; Marialice (Robert) Raleigh, N.C. at the age of Krauss of St. James, NY; William (Teresa) Reid of 82. Beloved husband of the Naperville, IL; and the late Franklin Albert Reid. late Natalie, nee Jones. Lov- Adored grandmother of Christopher, Gregory (Renee), ing father of Anne (Michael) and Julianne Krauss; Jennifer Beatrice, Michael Evan- Schapiro, Michael (Tina) geline, Alice Cecilia, and Grace Beatrice Reid. Dear Morgan, Daniel (Lee) Mor- sister-in-law to the late Howard (Evelyn) Reid and fond gan, Lance Morgan, Kevin aunt of Susan Muncy, John Steven and Kevin Reid. Morgan and the late Ellen Long term parishioner and school parent at St. Barn- Morgan. Devoted grandfa- abas parish, and dedicated docent and interpreter at ther of Alissa and Jonathan Old Bethpage Village Restoration. Schapiro, John, Luke and Local visitation and service preceded burial at Elena Morgan, Elizabeth, Calverton National Cemetery in Wading River, NY Abby, Caroline and Alex alongside her beloved husband, a WWII veteran. In Morgan. Cherished great- keeping with her care for those in need, donations grandfather of Lucy, Jude and John J. Morgan may be made to the Christian Appalachian Project, Max. Attn: Honors and Memorials, PO Box 55911, Lexing- John was a graduate of Smithtown High School and ton, Kentucky 40555-5911. worked as an electronic technician for Grumman Aerospace. He loved travelling with his wife, Natalie,

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Stanley Zajdel Stanley Zajdel, to the L.I. State Veteran’s Home, 100 Patriots Way, Stony Brook, NY 11790 Stanley Zajdel, of St. Arrangements were entrusted to the professional James, NY, passed away on care of the Branch Funeral Home of Smithtown and September 22, 2017 at the the Vigliante family. age of 90. Proud WWII Vet- eran U.S. Navy, retired phys- Alfred H. Zoller ical education teacher at Commack South High Alfred H. Zoller, beloved son of the late Alfred and School and former football Josephine Zoller passed away on October 2, 2017 at coach at Kings Point Mer- the age of 86. Beloved brother of Gertrude Gelo. Also chant Marine Academy and survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and C.W. Post. Stanley lived the friends. He served as a member of the Army Medical life of Christ in his service to Ski Patrol in Colorado. He was a science teacher in helping others. Beloved hus- Stanley Zajdel the Smithtown Schools and then became Curriculum band of the late Audrey. Lov- Administrator for the Smithtown School District. He ing father of Paula Davey, Ruth Ann Greenbaum, the eventually became the Chairman of Science. Alfred late Amy, Mark (Rose), Scott (Carmella), Dana (Colin) was a long-time patron of the arts, a member of the Ingarozza, Gloria (John) Vetter, the late Teddy, and Smithtown Kiwanis Club and a long-time treasurer for Mary (Matthew) Reinhard. Cherished grandfather of The Smithtown Township Arts Council. 24 and great-grandfather of seven. Mr. Zoller’s funeral arrangements were profession- A Funeral Mass was Celebrated at Sts. Philip & ally supervised while the Zoller family was lovingly James R.C. Church, St. James, NY. Interment services cared for during their bereavement by Maher family were private. Please make donations, In Memory of and staff of the St. James Funeral Home. See Us For All Your Printing Needs

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Holy Spirit, you who solve Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of to join our dynamic, local real es- all problems, light all roads so that heaven, blessed mother of the Son tate team. Mentoring and coach- I can obtain my goals. You gave of God, immaculate virgin, assist ing program will bring your me the divine gift to forgive and me in my necessity. Oh star of the business to the next level. Reply forget all evil against me, and that sea, help me and show me herein, in confidence to Manager – 631- in all instances of my life, you are you are my mother. Oh Holy 335-7111. 11/17 with me. I want in this short Mary, Mother of God, Queen of JOIN THE SMITHTOWN GAR- prayer to thank you for all things Heaven and Earth, I humbly be- DEN CLUB – Learn about garden- as you confirm once again that I seech you from the bottom of my ing and meet new people. Club never want to be separated from heart to succor me in this neces- meets the 2nd Tuesday of the you in eternal glory. Thank you for sity. There are none who can with- month at the Brush Barn on Mid- your mercy toward me and mine. stand your power. Oh show me dle Country Road in Smithtown. The person must say this prayer herein you are my mother. Oh Call Joan Weicks at 631-361- three consecutive days, the re- Mary conceived without sin pray 2007 for more info. quest will be granted. This prayer for us who have recourse to thee. RECEPTION / MEETING HALL must be published after the favor (3 times). Oh Holy Mary I place AVAILABLE FOR USE – St. James has been granted. Thank you. this cause in your hands. (3 United Methodist Church, offers a K.B. 11/17 times). Holy Spirit, you who solve spacious meeting hall with com- ELSY’S CLEANING SERVICE – all problems, light all roads so that mercial kitchen for civic and sup- Home - Office - Apartment - I can obtain my goals. You gave port groups, receptions, clubs, Weekly - Bi-Weekly - Monthly - me the divine gift to forgive and workshops and seminars. The Anytime. 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The following is a list of advertisers who can be found in this issue of Our Town • St. James arCHITeCT DeNTIsT st. James Funeral Home enspire Design group st. James Dental Care 829 middle Country Road Michael Morbillo James Donahue, DDS 631-584-5200 273 Lake Avenue Michael Segnini, DDS 631-471-9500 587 Lake Avenue HeaLTH / FITNess 631-584-5330 anne Marie Lisa arT & aNTIqUes Certified Nutritional Counselor robert Hall Fine art eNTerTaINMeNT / eVeNTs 631-525-1045 631-965-0724 Community association www.RobertHallFineArt.com of greater st. James - public Meeting Family & personal Counseling, Hyp- and Membership drive. nosis and Weight Loss aTTOrNeY Monday, Nov. 20, 7-9 p.m. 872 middle Country Road Joseph a. Bollhofer, esq. St. James Elementary School. 631-758-8290 291 Lake Avenue PO Box 2054, St. James, NY 11780 631-584-0100, Fax: 631-584-2304 [email protected] greco physical Therapy & sports performance aUDIOLOgY 59th annual Holiday Tea & sale at 430-7 North Country Road Long Island Hearing, Inc. st. James United Methodist Church 631-686-6600 55 Southern Blvd., Nesconset Sat, Nov. 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 631-972-5211, 1-800-698-5200 532 moriches Road Light awakenings 631-584-5340 Meditation and Beyond aUTOMOTIVe 631-724-9733 repair/parts / gas LIsCa’s 50th anniversary Concert st. James automotive Center Friday, December 8, 8 p.m. St. James Medical arts radiology 525 North Country Road R.C. Church, Route 25A, E. Setauket 267 E. main St., Smithtown 631-584-5798 631-751-2743, 631-941-9431 631-982-1570 seiskaya Ballet’s 23 Technology Dr., East Setauket BaKerY the nutcracker 631-689-7300 alpine pastry shoppe December 15-18, 6 performances 59 Route 111, Smithtown Staller Center for the Performing Arts shaolin self Defense Centers 631-265-5610 Stony Brook University 556-08 North Country Road 631-632-ARTS 631-617-5148 BaNK roslyn savings Bank annual st. James simply Natural solutions 556 North Country Road Chamber of Commerce Wellness Consultations - Terri Pace 631-862-4200 Christmas Tree Lighting 631-487-1627, at Deepwells [email protected] BeaUTY Saturday, December 2, 4:30 p.m. - pat’s place Hair salon Pictures with Santa, entertainment, HOLIDaY LIgHTINg 230 Lake Avenue refreshments. Free admission to Holiday Lighting by 631-862-7023, 631-584-9644 Holiday Boutique. Digiovanna Brothers Landscaping 631-666-8485 purity spa exTerMINaTINg 556 North Country Road scientific exterminating HOMe DeCOr 862-1800 599 Lake Avenue elements of Home 631-265-5252, Fax: 631-862-7272 412 North Country Road CHIrOpraCTOrs 631-686-5525 Chiropractic Healthcare of st. James FINaNCIaL dr. gregory r. thomaier Branch Financial services HOMe IMprOVeMeNT 338 Lake Avenue Harlan J. Fischer, president autonomousdesign 631-584-8100 50 Route 111, Smithtown 22 Stonegate 631-979-6000 631-724-7726 express Family Wellness dr. gary diBenedetto edward Jones Investments CapO Design Build 320 Lake Avenue - Walk -Ins Scott posner, CFp 30 Lake Avenue South, Nesconset 542 North Country Road 631-250-9200 True sport Care, LLC 631-862-2020 62 Lake Avenue South, Nesconset Debus painting & Wallpapering 631-584-TRUE (8783) FLOrIsT 631-862-7924 st. James Florist & gift shop CLOTHINg 213 Lake Avenue Inside-Out Kitchens, Baths & More Niche Boutique 631-862-9292 367A Lake Avenue by Christine Mazelis 631-584-5312, 631-942-9636 213 Lake Avenue FUNeraL HOMes 631-406-6160 Branch Funeral Homes Master Fix It 190 E. main Street, Smithtown 631-584-5993, Cell: 516-380-0727 COMpUTer 631-724-9500 repair / Support Morecraft Construction CrNet - IT services Hawkins & Davis Funeral Home 631-584-7010 631-686-8455 17 manor Road, Smithtown 631-265-1810

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p. DeBlasio Builders r.J.K. gardens, Inc. Christine stevens 273 Lake Avenue 631-862-7056 Daniel gale / sotheby’s 631-584-5500 499 Lake Avenue LIqUOr & WINe 631-584-6600, Ext 219 scotty’s Masonry grape Culture wine & Spirits 631-265-4398, 631-872-1076 248 Lake Avenue Denise Voelker 631-862-4727 Daniel gale / sotheby’s Vazac Contracting 499 Lake Avenue 333 First Avenue - Suite 1 Liquorium 631-584-6600, Ext 205 631-584-7817 430-04 North Country Rd. 631-862-7020 resTaUraNTs INsUraNCe on / off premise Catering allstate Insurance MUsIC LessONs Best on a Bagel ryan Dittmar agency Drum Lessons with John Miceli 410 Lake Avenue 462 moriches Road email: [email protected] 631-250-9292 631-686-5177 OpTOMeTrY Del Fuego state Farm Insurance stony Brook Vision World tex Mex Kitchen & tequila Jim Winter agency 2194A Nesconset Hwy., Stony Brook 429 North Country Road 320 Lake Avenue 631-246-5468 631-963-6900 631-584-5929 prINTINg Liberty INTerIOr DesIgN graphics du jour, ltd. 429 North Country Road Creative Windows 359 Lake Avenue 631-250-9600 347 Lake Avenue 631-862-9849 631-366-0212 patio restaurant & Catering reaL esTaTe 244 Lake Avenue Natalie Weinstein Daniel gale / sotheby’s 631-862-7475; Text: 631-356-2729 Design associates 499 Lake Avenue 455 Lake Avenue 631-584-6600 rocco’s pizza & pasta Uniquely Natalie 429 North Country Road quality Consignment DeBarbieri associates 631-862-1600, fax: 631-862-6152 176 Second Street 406 North Country Road 631-862-6198, Fax: 862-7834 631-862-7447 soul Brew Coffee Shop & eatery JeWeLrY Henrietta Homes & properties 556-18 North Country Road st. James Jewelry shoppe 328 Lake Avenue 631-250-9238 483 Lake Avenue 631-862-6999 631-862-6775 spuntino Brick oven • pizza • restau- Liz Jongebloed rant • Bar LaNDsCapINg / garDeN CeNTers DeBarbieri associates 420 North Country Road design / Maintenance / plants / 406 North Country Road 631-686-6700 tree removal / equipment 631-862-7447, 631-903-0836 Competition Tree service st. James pizza 631-584-5575 Marianne Koke 739 middle Country Road Daniel gale / sotheby’s 631-979-9600, fax: 631-979-9610 Designs by Longo 499 Lake Avenue 631-320-2070 631-584-6600, Ext 206 Villa sorrento Jill McDowell 823 middle Country Road eddie’s power equipment Daniel gale / sotheby’s 631-265-9865 553 Lake Avenue 499 Lake Avenue 631-584-6678 631-584-6600, Ext 262 Voila! the Bistro 244 Lake Avenue Father Nature’s garden Center David & rowena Nedvin 631-584-5686 559 Route 25A signature premier properties 631-584-5252 7 W. main Street, Smithtown sCHOOLs / CONsULTINg 631-767-5221, 631-360-2800 Bridge College Consultants Herman Brothers Landscape Corp. PO Box 685, St. James 631-360-2939 Maria Orlandi 516-662-1612 Douglas elliman real estate Homestead Landscaping 996 Jericho Tpke., Smithtown Village presbyterian pre-school 631-588-5296 631-697-0474, 631-858-6955 175 East main Street, Smithtown 631-724-9382 Longo’s Landscaping & Masonry reliance real estate 631-862-8605 359 Lake Avenue VeTerINarIaN 631-862-9000, 631-680-5143 smithaven Veterinary Hospital Mazelis gift & garden Center & 810 middle Country Road Mazelis Landscape Contracting re/Max Beyond 631-265-1438 400 North Country Road 177 W. main Street, Smithtown 631-724-5425 631-862-1100

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