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Once upon a Summer day, Birds chirped in a musical way, Grass drenched in the morning dew, The sky covered in a vast color of blue.

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IN THIS ISSUE

MERCHANT SPOTLIGHT Our Town The Atelier at Flowerfield ...... 4 S • T • J • A • M • E • S AROUND TOWN Memorial Day Parade on May 28 ...... 6 Strawberry Festival & Yard Sale ...... 6 STAFF Liquorium Wine & Liquor Celebrates 3rd Anniversary ...... 8 Ruth Garthe ...... Editor Knights of Columbus Golf Outing on June 11 ...... 10 Robin Clark ...... Associate Editor Sara Caligiuri Named Got Talent Finalist ...... 10 Elizabeth Isabelle . . Feature Writer Knox School Invites You to Dogfight ...... 12 Harbor Country Day School Hosts Public Forum ...... 14 William Garthe ...... Advertising Community Association of St. James Meeting Schedule ...... 14 Sales Welcome to Gray’s Jewelers ...... 16 HCDS Celebrates 60th Anniversary ...... 18 IN THE NEWS OUR TOWN Vintage Baseball at Smithtown Historical Society ...... 20 – ST. JAMES – Living With Alzheimer’s Community Education Program ...... 20 Smithtown Food Pantry Donations Still Needed ...... 22 is a monthly publication produced ...... 26-30 exclusively for the people of HISTORICALLY SPEAKING St. James, Nissequogue and ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Head of the Harbor, L.I., N.Y. Mills Pond House Gallery Exhibits & Events ...... 32-34 BESFI Benefit Set for June 8 & 9 at Staller Center ...... 36 Call 631-862-9849 for On Stage at Smithtown Performing Arts Center ...... 38 Advertising & Copy Deadline Long Island Museum Events ...... 39, 52-55 The Atelier at Flowerfield Happenings ...... 40 OUR TOWN is mailed directly to Gallery North Classes and Exhibition ...... 42-43, 46 every residence & business in the The Jazz Loft Schedule ...... 44-45 11780 zip code area Spirit of the Brush by SungSook Setton at Gallery North ...... 46 (6559 total copies mailed) Meet the Author - Lady of the Dollhouse ...... 46 St. James Post Office Permit #10 The Art League of Long Island ...... 48-49 St. James, NY 11780 Smithtown Historical Society Happenings ...... 50 Programs Offered at the Library ...... 56-66 Published by DESIGN IDEAS ...... 68 Graphics du jour, Ltd. 359 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11780 NATURALLY SPEAKING ...... 70 631-862-9849 / Fax: 631-862-9839 NATURE PAGES For Kids (and Adults) ...... 72 email: [email protected] FINANCIAL FOCUS ...... 74 website: www.ourtownstjames.com IN THE SCHOOLS ...... 76-78

Not responsible for typographical errors. HEALTH NOTES We reserve the right at our sole discretion to edit or Stress Reactions and Stress Fractures... What Are They? ...... 78 refuse to print editorial or advertising material Address Your Hearing Health for Men’s Health Week ...... 80 deemed detrimental to Our Town’s public image or unsuitable for its readers. Finding Clothing for Sensory Processing Disorder and Other Conditions ...... 82-83 Copyright © 2018 Peroneal Tendinopathy ...... 84-86 Graphics du jour, Ltd. Ask Ron Villano ...... 88 All Rights Reserved POET’S CORNER ...... 86 CELEBRATIONS...... 92-93 OBITUARIES ...... 94-98 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING ...... 100 DIRECTORY OF ADVERTISERS ...... 102-103

PLEASE NOTE: Advertising & Editorial Deadline for the JUNE edition of OUR TOWN • ST. JAMES is THURSDAY, JUNE 7, 2018 - 12 NOON. Distribution takes place on Wednesday, June 20, 2018. OUR TOWN • MAY 2018 –4– MERCHANT SPOTLIGHT

The Atelier expand their artistic expres- at Flowerfield sion. Drawing for Beginners, 2 Flowerfield | Suite 15 a course de- St. James, NY 11780 signed to edu- 631-250-9009 cate the artist www.atelierflowerfield.org in the most important by Elizabeth Isabelle bedrock con- “If you hear a voice within you cepts is your say, “You cannot paint,” then by stepping stone all means paint, and that voice to the adven- will be silenced.” ture of artistic expression that – Vincent Van GoGh lies within you. Painting with Pas- the atelier at Flowerfield of- tels, Watercolor Painting, Still Life fers the highest caliber of classi- Painting, Portrait Painting, Figure cal art education on Long island. Painting and Drawing and even a Founded by Kevin Mcevoy, the course in Graphic Novel (imag- atelier at Flowerfield features ine drawing your own comic painting and drawing studios pages based on a story of your unique to Long island. in keep- choosing) are led by talented and ing with the traditions of euro- inspiring instructors dedicated to pean and early american teaching their craft and sharing painters, the studios were de- their passion for art in a support- signed to feature northern light, ive environment for students of basking the subject matter and all skill levels. Unleash your cre- painting in subtle contrasts and ative talents in the beautiful color changes without artificial space at the atelier at Flower- light. field and discover the wonderful Kevin Mcevoy’s inspiration and peaceful respite that creating and philosophy follows in his art brings to life. own words. “Growing up on the atelier at Flowerfield is Long island, i had a strong desire pleased to offer free bi-weekly to connect to the art and crafts- art history lectures at the atelier manship of the old masters, and hall and are open to all mem- calendar of events to enjoy this to infuse this into my work in a bers of our community. While at wonderful space and stunning contemporary context. With no the hall, take in the works of art. the atelier wishes the resi- such training offered on Long is- local and international artists, dents of St. James a summer land at that time, i moved abroad teachers and students. Summer filled with beauty and artistic ex- to Florence, italy and studied for Studio art classes, for Middle pression and looks forward to several years at the charles cecil and high School students, offers your visit! Studios. i am pleased that artists an exciting immersion into today on Long island now have a both classical and applied place at the atelier at Flowerfield art. in addition, the atel- to pursue comprehensive train- ier is pleased to offer six ing in classical art, along with its additional summer work- commercial application. From shops taught by highly gallery exhibitions to portrait sought after painting in- commissions, from illustration to structors with national architecture, from graphic novel recognition. design to animation, classical art Visit the atelier at Flow- education is a gateway to oppor- erfield at www.atelierflow- tunity.” erfield.org for complete Students at the atelier gain a information on all classes strong foundation to build and and be sure to note the

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Memorial Day Parade Set for Monday, May 28 the Sgt. John W. cooke Post ultimate sacrifice. 395 in St. James extends an invi- the parade group will assem- tation to the community to join ble at 9:15 a.m. at the intersec- them in celebration of Memorial tion of Lake and Woodlawn Day on Monday, May 28, 2018. avenues, St. James and step off at all military personnel on leave 10 a.m. they will march along or recently returned from over- Lake avenue to the St. James seas deployment are encouraged elementary School where the to participate. Feel free to wear appropriate ceremonies will take man Sal Riccobono, 93 cambon uniforms if you have them. the place. avenue, St. James, nY 11780 or parade and ceremony is our For additional information or if call 516-987-6201. Be sure to chance to remember all veterans you plan to march, please send give a contact name and phone especially those who made the your response to Parade chair number. Strawberry Festival & Yard Sale at St. James Episcopal Church the St. James episcopal their famous jams, Slime time for church, located at 490 north kids, Gold elephant treasures, country Road in St. James, will Books ‘N’ things, Grandma’s hold their annual StraWBErrY attic and Grandpa’s Garage. FEStIvaL & YarD SaLE on Satur- Lunch will be available. come day, June 9, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. and check out their eclectic col- to 3:30 p.m. there will be fresh lection of items and enjoy some L.i. strawberries for sale, baked ice cream and tasty treats as goods, crafts, jewelry, plants, well. Imagine... A vacation-land right in your own backyard!

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Knights of Columbus Golf Outing SARA CALIGIURI NAMED on June 11 GOT TALENT FINALIST... the Knights of columbus of Sts. Philip and James, council #12839, is holding its annual Golf outing Fundraiser for Local charities on Monday, June 11, 2018 at Smithtown Landing country club, 495 Land- ing ave, Smithtown. the cost at $175/person includes: round of golf, golf cart, breakfast, lunch, cocktail hour, dinner with open bar. Great raffle prizes include: golf clubs, bags, Make checks payable to: Congratulations to Sara Caligiuri who was a GPS devices. Sts. Philip & James finalist in the Long Island’s Got Talent com- Sponsorships Kofc council petition held at Ward Melville Heritage available include: P.o. Box 201 House on April 14, 2018. The finals will be • Pin Flag/$125 St. James, nY 11780 held in October. The winner will receive a For credit card or PayPal, $6,000 scholarship to Five Towns College. • tee Signs/$100 please visit Her parents, Bernadette and Guy Caligiuri • Putting Green/$250 homepage/website: (Patio Pizza), are so proud of her achieve- • Golf cart/$300 www.kofcsspj.org. ments. You can see Sara sing on her YouTube For more information channel - SARA JC. Her original song “Mani- • Driving Range/$500 contact thomas Sica at acs” is currently being made into music • Lunch/$500 631-521-4771 or email: video. Pictured (L-R): Guy, Sara and • Dinner/$1,000. [email protected]. Bernadette Caligiuri.

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Knox School Invites You to Dogfight the Knox School will present its spring mainstage production of the contemporary off-Broad- way musical Dogfight on May 18 and 19, 2018. tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students, and will be available for purchase at the door. the show will begin each night at 8 p.m. in the Wm. turner Shoemaker theater at the Knox School, 541 Long Beach Road, St. James. the show contains extensive mature language not suitable for younger audiences. it’s november 21, 1963. San Francisco. on the eve of their Dogfight, a Knox Theatrical Production deployment to a small but growing conflict in Southeast asia, bet with his fellow recruits, she students to excel within a liberal three young Marines set out for rewrites the rules of the game arts program infused with artistic one final boys’ night of debauch- and teaches him the power of and athletic pursuits, in prepara- ery, partying, and maybe a little love and compassion. tion for higher education at se- trouble. however, when corpo- the Knox School is an inde- lective colleges and universities. ral eddie Birdlace meets Rose, an pendent boarding and day For additional information about awkward and idealistic waitress school whose mission is to pro- the Knox School, call 631-686- whom he enlists to win a cruel vide the opportunity for capable 1600. HOMESTEAD LANDSCAPING INC. SERVING THE NORTH SHORE FOR OVER TWENTY YEARS

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HCDS Hosts Public Forum Addressing Addictions & Addictive Behaviors on tuesday, april 10, 2018 physicians, and administrators Schools (nYSaiS). it is a non-sec- harbor country Day School from communities across Suffolk tarian, nonprofit organization hosted an in-depth – and at times county. governed by a self-perpetuating emotional – public forum and this event marks the third such board of trustees. panel discussion addressing ad- community event harbor coun- For more information, visit dictions and addictive behaviors. try Day School has sponsored in www.hcdsny.org or call the expert panelists assembled the past two years. Previously, 631-584-5555. at the St. James independent the school hosted nPR education school included Kym Laube, ex- correspondent eric Westervelt in ecutive Director of human Un- a community discussion about derstanding and Growth the state of education today, as Community Services, inc. (hUGS); Linda Ven- well as a public screening of the Association of tura, Founder of thomas’ hope acclaimed documentary, Foundation; noam Fast, M.D., Screenagers: Growing Up in the Greater St. James Medical Director of the Mather Digital age. hospital chemical Dependency harbor country Day School, Public Meeting clinic; Jason Bleecher, Licensed founded in 1958, is an independ- Master Social Worker & Sub- ent, co-educational day school Schedule stance abuse therapist; and for children from preschool Public Meetings for the com- carissa Millet, Licensed clinical through 8th grade situated in St. munity association of St. James Social Worker. James’ Village of head of the will be held at 7 p.m. at the St. topics of discussion ranged harbor. harbor country Day James elementary School Gym, from the widespread use and School’s summer camp program, Lake avenue in St. James. abuse of alcohol and narcotics camp harbor, is among the lead- Monday, June 18 among Long island youth, to the ing summer camp programs on Monday, September 24 effects of technology on chil- Long island. harbor country Day Monday, November 19 dren’s developing brains and on School is chartered by the nYS contact the community asso- family dynamics. attendees in- Board of Regents and is accred- ciation of Greater St. James,inc. cluded parents and other care- ited by and a member of the nYS at Po Box 2054, St James nY givers, adolescents, educators, association of independent 11780 for additional information.

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Harbor Country Day School alumni from six decades. HCDS Celebrates 60 Years of “Embracing the Extraordinary in Every Child” on March 23, 2018 harbor doors for country Day School celebrated the first time its 60th anniversary with a “Dia- on Septem- mond Jubilee” celebration at the ber 12 of majestic Flowerfield in St. James. that year, i nearly 250 guests gathered at wonder if the premier catering venue to those fami- celebrate the independent lies knew school’s diamond anniversary. they were Guests included current and for- building mer faculty and staff, members something of the board of trustees, parents so special – of current and former students, so extraor- and alumni from nearly every dinary – decade the school has been in that we operation. would be in addition to honoring the here cele- Head of School John Cissel honors Helen and Jennifer school’s milestone year, guests brating its Smith. feted the Malcolm Smith, Jr. fam- existence broad program in its academic, ily, one of harbor country Day 60 years later.” athletic, advisory, and visual and School’s inaugural families and Mr. cissel continued, “i sus- performing arts departments de- descendants of Richard Smith, pect they must have known, be- signed to develop all aspects of who settled the town of Smith- cause although much has each child's talents and interests. town in 1665. attendees also changed since 1958, the mission harbor country Day School’s celebrated Mrs. natalie Scheyer, – to cherish childhood, cultivate summer camp program, camp who served as harbor country wonder and inspire confident harbor, is among the leading Day’s first grade teacher for 29 learners and leaders – has re- summer camp programs on Long years – the longest tenure of any mained the same so many years island. teacher since the school was later, with children at the center harbor country Day School is founded in 1958. of everything harbor does.” chartered by the nYS Board of “eighteen families joined harbor country Day School is Regents and is accredited by and forces in 1958 to create an edu- an independent, co-educational a member of the nYS associa- cational opportunity for their day school for children from pre- tion of independent Schools (nY- children that was different from school through 8th grade situ- SaiS). it is a non-sectarian, anything available in their com- ated in St. James’ Village of head nonprofit organization governed munity at the time,” said harbor of the harbor. the school em- by a self-perpetuating board of country Day head of School ploys a whole-child approach to trustees. For more information, John cissel. “When harbor education, wherein its rigorous visit www.hcdsny.org. country Day School opened its curriculum is supported by a

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Vintage Baseball at the Smithtown Historical Society the grounds of the Smithtown sey) Furnace; and the elkton balls from 45-feet away; a struck historical Society will be home (Maryland) Base Ball club. ball caught on one bounce to a dozen baseball battles as the these teams are among the counts as a “hand down,” or an 1864 world champion Brooklyn finest and most knowledgeable out: these are among the rules of atlantics host teams from up and in vintage baseball. the games baseball in its infancy. down the east coast, including: will present baseball (two words come see the ghosts of history the Providence (Rhode island) in the 1860s) as it was actually come to life in flesh and blood Grays; the Dirigo (Maine) Vin- played in the year of 1864, the action! come root for the at- tage Base Ball club; the Moun- year of Brooklyn’s first unde- lantics! Games begin at 10:45 tain athletic club (upstaters!); feated, championship season. no a.m. home games: Sunday, May the Brooklyn eckfords; new York gloves (they weren't invented 20; Saturday, June 9; Saturday, Mutual; the Monmouth (new Jer- yet!); wood bats and pitched June 30; and Saturday, July 14. Living with Alzheimer’s Community Education Program the Smithtown Senior Early Stage Late stage citizens Department will June 7 & 14, 6:30-8 p.m. September 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m. host a special Living with in the early stage of alzheimer’s in the late stage of alzheimer’s alzheimer’s Community disease, families face new ques- disease, caregiving typically in- Education Program for tions as they adjust. this program volves new ways of connecting and Caregivers, presented by the provides practical answers to ques- interacting with the person with the alzheimer’s association. tions that arise in the early stage. disease. in this series, you’ll hear the community education from caregivers and professionals series covers early, middle Middle Stage about resources, monitoring care and late stages of June 21 & 28, 6:30-8 p.m. and ways to engage in meaningful alzheimer’s Disease, in the middle stage of connections. beginning in the month of alzheimer’s disease, care partners Pre-registration is required. June at the Senior center become hands-on caregivers. Dur- there is no age requirement and auditorium, 420 Middle ing this series, you will learn help- you do not have to be a town of country Road, Smithtown. ful strategies to provide safe, Smithtown resident to participate. effective and comfortable care. Sign up at the front desk or call 631-360-7616.

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Smithtown Food Pantry Donations Still Needed by William J. Garthe temporary help. ers, highlighters, pocket folders, i would like to thank the very index cards and boxes, and generous residents of St. James Items needed Fiskars children’s scissors. on behalf of the Smithtown Food for the food pantry: Your donations are much ap- Pantry. each week you have re- Baked beans, tuna fish, all preciated and can be dropped ally come through with your do- types canned vegetables, off at my office: nations which are greatly spaghetti, tomato sauce, peanut Reliance Real Estate appreciated by the Pantry and butter and jelly, snacks, all 359 Lake Ave., St. James those who found themselves in boxed pastas, baby food and (across from 7-Eleven) need at this time of year. the formula – all non-perishable i’m looking for the small dona- Food Pantry, which has been in food items. tions that don’t warrant a drive to existence for more than 30 years, Other Items: Smithtown; the one can of tuna, is supported by contributions Soaps - hand & shower, sham- or baked beans, a box of pasta, from people like you. canned poo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, one bottle of shampoo, anything goods, pasta, toothbrushes, toilet paper, paper towels, that will help someone in need. toothpaste, rolls of toilet paper, baby/adult diapers and baby i will collect and deliver to the school supplies, pets food/treats wipes, feminine hygiene Pantry each week whatever is are some examples of our resi- products. donated. dents’ generosity. thank you in advance for your i am publishing a list of items School Supplies generosity. We are generally needed, just in case you have Back packs, composition open to accept donations any of these in abundance in books, notebooks, glue sticks, Monday through thursday, from your pantry, as there are some crayons, colored pencils, pencils 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For additional folks right here in St. James and and pencil cases, pencil sharp- information, call me at Smithtown who could use a little eners, pens, erasers, color mark- 631-862-9000.

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2. There is less competition now Housing inventory is still under the supply that is needed for a normal housing market. This means that, in the majority of the country, there are not enough homes for sale to satisfy the number of buyers in the market. Five Reasons 3. There will never be a better time to move up Prices are projected to appreciate over the next year according to CoreLogic. If you are moving to a higher TO SELL THIS SPRING priced home, it will cost you more in both down payment and mortgage payment if you wait. To view the Spring Inventory, please visit dianeduffy.danielgale.com or call me at 4. It’s time to move on with your life 631.413.0287 for a free market analysis. Look at the reason you decided to sell in the first place and determine whether it is worth waiting. Perhaps the time has come for you and your family to move on and start living the life you desire.

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LiveS, LoveS, aND LameNTS of The PeoPLe of ST. JameS Collierville, the Actors Colony of St. James by Bradley Harris, enjoy the natural delights of the Smithtown Historian “wooded gulch on the north shore.” (this last reference is to I have been writing about the the hollow where three Sisters history of St. James and its grad- Road and harbor hill Road ual transformation from a one intersect in the incorporated horse town into a thriving little Village of head-of-the-harbor.) country village. this change here they enjoyed fishing, boat- began with the building of a rail- ing, swimming, clambakes, road through St. James, the ar- dancing, baseball games and the rival of tourists who used the company of their fellow actors. train to travel from NYC to St. “a baseball bat and an oar” were James. Some of the first tourists the “coat-of-arms of the theatri- to visit St. James were actors. Willie Collier cal colony with two strong base- and his wife Louise Allen. ball teams, a boat club, and the Morning telegraph, pub- environment and company that lished in new York city on Mon- 100 stage favorites were making might make a good fellow of a day, July 13, 1903, ran an a pilgrimage to St. James to cloistered monk.” St. James of- interesting story under a banner spend a few months of relaxation fered enough social and recre- headline which read: “Stage fa- in the sunlight. Some of the ational activities to make even vorites loaf the summer away, prominent stage favorites making the most morose actor forget his raise pigs and cabbages, play this pilgrimage included: Willie troubles. (“Stage Favorites Loaf baseball, and go a-fishing in the collier, and his brothers and sis- the Summer away,” the Morning bay fifty miles from Broadway.” ters, DeWolf hopper, Jerome telegraph, July 13, 1903.) the stage favorites were spend- Sykes, Frank Mcnish, tony Far- the appeal that St. James had ing their summers on the north rell, the Leland Sisters, Bert for these actors can be seen in shore of Long island in the little Leslie, Maurice Barrymore, the lines of a poem composed by town of St. James enjoying the Lionel Barrymore, ethel Barry- an actor named DeWolf hopper relaxed pace of life in the more, and John (Jack) Barrymore. whose poem appeared on the country. in St. James, this assemblage of By the summer of 1903, some actors and actresses gathered to continued on page 28

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Collierville, the Actors Colony of St. James continued from page 26 front page of the Morning horn of 1902. (the Morning horn was a local paper/newsletter published by the actors in St. James.)

Oh, I like to spend the summer Down at honest old St. James Where actors drop their foolish ways And use their family names.

Where Aubrey Vere de Vere Becomes plain Timothy McCann, And idols of the matinee, Act like a common man, Willie Collier’s farm in St. James on the corner of Harbor Hill Road and No managers invade St. James, Three Sister’s Road. Collier’s farm had 15 acres of property, a vegetable No contracts keep us scared, garden, two stables with associated outbuildings, three pig pens, a hen No one-night stands, no longish jumps roost, an icehouse, and a windmill. That find us unprepared. arguments that others followed son. Some of them purchased or him to St. James. the result was built homes in St. James and be- The piece we play is “Sweet Content,” that by the turn of the century, came permanent residents. So To starship no one claims, over 100 theatrical personalities many theater people came flood- Here’s to a good long summer run were enjoying the summers in ing into St. James that a major At honest old St. James. St. James. problem became finding a place newspaper articles from the to stay. according to an article to the many actors and ac- turn of the century, 1890-1910, about the actors colony of St. tresses who flocked to St. James listed many of the personalities James in the Brooklyn eagle of for summer relaxation and a spot who visited St. James and they July 21, 1901, “all of the board- in the sunlight, St. James was included actors and actresses, ing houses” were “occupied and known as collierville. they knew comediennes, dancers, singers, frequently friends have to be sent it as collierville because of its jugglers, acrobats, vaudeville ac- to Smithtown for accommoda- association with William collier, tors, managers and others in- tion. as a result, handsome cot- an actor playwright, and come- volved in theatrical productions. tages are springing up.” these dian, who made St. James his these individuals may have only summer cottages were built on summer residence in 1889. he come for a visit as a guest of an- small plots of land along three had been the first to tout the other actor or to enjoy a week- Sisters Road, overton Pass, hill virtues of summering in St. James end in the country, but many of Road, and thompson hill Road to his friends in the theater, and them became summer residents on land owned by e.J. overton. he was so persuasive in his and rented cottages for the sea- continued on page 30

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Collierville, the Actors Colony of St. James continued from page 28 on three Sister’s Road, just to the east of Willie collier’s villa, edward M. Jayne owned a large three-story boarding house, and actors and actresses filled his rooms for the summer. With the opening of tony Farrell’s Shore inn in 1902, more actors could be accommodated in the immediate area. and for the overflow, the St. James hotel, the nissequogue hotel, and the St. James Park hotel provided rooms near the railroad station. But the place to be and stay was near the collier Villa. the collier Villa was located Chateau Louise Allen Collier, the homestead of Squire William Collier as on the northeast corner of three it looked when the Colliers lived here from 1895 to 1905, entertaining Sisters Road and harbor hill guests, and serving as the center of life in the Actors Colony. Road. in 1889, Willie collier purchased a small farmhouse on collier purchased a farm and farm and he had even gone so 15 acres of land that occupied continued to run it. on the prop- far as to install “a main for acety- this corner. collier was drawn to erty he had a vegetable garden, lene gas and a water system.” all St. James because as a young two stables, three pig pens, a hen of this made the collier farm one boy he had spent his summers roost, an icehouse and a wind- of the finest properties owned by there with his father edward. he mill. the pride of the farm was a any member of the actors colony, became so infatuated with the prize-winning Yorkshire pig and the colliers welcomed many area that when he became a suc- named Willie who was kept in friends to their villa in St. James. cessful actor, he returned and the pigpens along with “Mrs. Pig the collier Villa was the place purchased the farm so that his and a lot of little porkers.” appar- in St. James to find out what was family could enjoy their sum- ently nothing delighted “’Farmer’ happening in the actors colony mers in St. James. the original collier so much as to lean over and everyone made a pilgrimage farmhouse on the property was his pig pen and talk” to his fa- there for food, drink, and com- small and collier “spent consid- vorite pig Willie. the hen roost panionship, and all were wel- erable money improving his with its “big cackling aggregation comed. the collier Villa became place” and gradually extended of chickens,” was located near the heart of the actors colony for the house into a handsome villa, continued on page 34 several reasons. it was in the ge- “surrounded by extensive and continued from page 32 ographic center of the actors well cared for grounds.” the the windmill and the hens were colony, and it was there that one house as it looks today has been carefully tended by Mrs. collier. could find other actors, and dis- considerably altered since it was the colliers also kept a milk cow cover what was happening in owned by collier. at one time it that could be found grazing the collierville because something had three stories with an at- collier meadow. the cow sup- was always happening. tached turret and a porch which plied the family and friends with More about the happenings of ran across the full front of the fresh milk. in the stables, Willie the actors colony of St. James house. it was said that the house had two horses. one was Louise next month…. contained a billiard room and allen’s “saddle horse, a blue rib- “all the appointments of a coun- bon animal” and the other horse Editor’s Note: Brad Harris is the town of Smithtown’s try gentleman’s establishment.” was a “thoroughbred” named official Historian. Brad was a High School here in this house, collier and Bunker that Willie occasionally Social Studies teacher who spent 30 his wife, Louise allen, and nu- raced. the menagerie would not years teaching in Commack. as Historian merous guests spent their sum- have been complete without the he has written many newspaper articles six fine english setters that were on the history of our town, he has pub- mers from 1895 to 1905. (“Stage lished pamphlets and written histories of Favorites Loaf the Summer housed in the farm’s kennel. col- Commack, Nesconset, St. James, Kings away,” the Morning telegraph, lier had almost every appliance Park, Hauppauge and Smithtown Branch. July 13, 1903.) needed to run a well regulated He resides in St. James.

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A Summer Song Juried Fine Art Exhibit at Mills Pond Gallery the Smithtown township arts more tranquil or pensive mood, council is pleased to present a In The Summertime inducing contemplation of both Juried Fine art exhibition a Sum- by Paul Hitchen summer’s joy and transience.” mer Song, May 26 – June 24, artists hail from colorado, con- 2018 (closed Saturday, June 23) necticut, Massachusetts, new at the Mills Pond Gallery, 660 Jersey, new York, oregon and Route 25a in St. James. the Vermont including many from public is invited to an opening Long island. reception on Saturday, May 26 at exhibiting artists: Janet amalfi- 2 p.m. to meet the exhibiting tano, Shain Bard, Jorus Beasley, artists and view the work. Victoria Beckert, Marta Beltramo, Mills Pond Gallery hours are: Renee Blank, Jean Marie Bucich, Wednesdays through Fridays 10 Renee caine, Kevin casey, Frank a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturdays and casucci, carol ceraso, Gerry Sundays 12 noon – 4 p.m. ad- chapleski, claudia cron, Julie mission to the Gallery is FRee. Doczi, anna Franklin, Janice all parking in rear lot off Mills Gabriel, Vivian Gattuso, Mau- Pond Rd. (directly across from reen Ginipro, Jan Guarino, 199 Mills Pond Rd.) For addi- Katherine hiscox, Paul hitchen, tional information call 631-862- David Jaycox Jr., Jim Kelson, 6575. Lynn Kinsella, Mary Lor, Jeanette a Summer Song was open to Martone, Frederic Mendelsohn, varied interpretations of the sub- Joseph Miller, Margaret Minardi, ject, from literal to far-ranging. Debra Puzzo, Kate Rocks, Representational images of sum- so many varied responses to the Micheline Ronningen, Joseph mer-related sights, activities, im- theme, which hit all the notes in Santarpia, Stacey Schuman, pressions, or atmosphere – as terms of sensory and aesthetic Kathee Shaff Kelson, Margaret well as surrealistic or abstract interpretations. Some were so Shipman, Roxene Sloate, Rose- evocations inspired by the sub- expressive and lively, i felt a jolt mary Sloggatt, hannah Steele, ject were welcome. Juror carol of energy, as if inhaling a big Rita Swanteson, alexandra Strickland selected works of 44 gulp of freshening wind from the turner, nicholas J. Valentino, artists… “it was a pleasure to see seashore. others captured a adriann Valiquette, Patty Yantz.

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

MAY and imaginative horizons, join in well as surrealistic or abstract -19 this fun and creative evening of evocations inspired by the sub- Juried Documentary Photo 2018 Jazz improvisation at the Mills ject. the work of 14 photographers Pond house. whose work uses visual narra- JUNE tives to tell stories and draw at- 26 29 tention to real-life situations. A Summer Song – Juried Fine art Jazz in the Living Room Concert opening Reception, 2 p.m. 7-9 p.m. this is an evening 25 Meet the artists and view the ex- where Jazz in the Living Room Jazz in the Living Room hibition. participants have an opportunity 7-9 p.m. admission FRee to lis- to perform, showing off their ten, $5 for Jazz in the Living 26-June 24 newly learned skills to the audi- Room participants/players. chal- A Summer Song – Juried Fine art ence. admission $5 to listen; lenge the world of sheet music Representational images of sum- FRee for Jazz in the Living Room and exact chords...if you are mer-related sights, activities, im- participants/players looking to expand your creative pressions, or atmosphere – as continued on page 39

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BESFI Benefit Set For June 8 & 9 at the Staller Center the Ballet education and Scholarship Fund, inc. (BeSFi) announced that its 39th annual benefit performances will be held Friday, June 8, 2018 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, June 9 at 2 p.m. at the Staller center for the arts, Stony Brook University. the program will feature two noted guest artists: alvin tovstogray who is appearing courtesy of oklahoma city Ballet and nicholas Sipes formerly with the Pennsylvania Ballet. they will be paired with Seiskaya Ballet principal dancers Jenna Lee, Diana atoian and Brianna Jimenez and join 1st soloists amber Donnelly, Graciela carrero-Sagona, ava aubé, eva Pyrros and Julia Vir- nelli in a series of exciting pas de deux. Seiskaya principal dancer Max Lippman will be coupled with 1st soloist Lara caraiani for both the Flames of Paris and Don Quixote is all about fire and passion, and these three hooligans Pas de Deux. in addi- Seiskaya dancers epitomize verve and zest. Pictured here are tion, other featured pas are the acclaimed Seiskaya principal dancers Diana Atoian (top left), La Bayadere, Les Sylphides and Jenna Lee (center) and Max Lippman (right). the Sleeping Beauty Pas de Deux. the Benefit Program’s center- exhilarating pas deux with which BeSFi Benefit is always a high- piece will be a one-act version of the ballet is famously identified. light of the dance season. Bril- the ballet Don Quixote. Set to Guest artist alvin tovstogray im- liant sets and costumes, noted the vibrant music of Minkus and bues the male lead role of Basilo professional guest artists and riv- utilizing a large corps of dancers with bravura opposite the fiery eting choreography make for ex- in colorful costumes, this Kitri danced alternately by Jenna citing performances. tickets are abridged version of the classic Lee and Diana atoian. Max Lipp- on sale now through the BeSFi tale loosely follows the full man is ebullient in the role of Es- Box office at 631-584-0192 or length four act ballet versions. pada opposite Brianna Jimenez’s at the door with adults/$30; chil- however, choreographer Vaso alluring portrayal of Mercedes. dren and seniors/$24; and Kikna’s rendition does not skimp noted for the consistent high groups of 20 or more/$20. on excitement and includes the quality of its presentations, the

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Bob Dylan’s 77th Birthday Celebration on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at 7 Russ Seeger, of Levon helm’s drums. and who knows who else p.m., the Long island Museum, Last hombres, interprets lesser- might appear as special guests? located at 1200 Route 25a in known Dylan songs and adds advance sale is $35 at Stony Brook, will present a trib- great fiddle and guitar work to www.sundaystreet.org through ute to Bob Dylan. this annual Dylan classics. also in the band: Friday, May 18, with tickets at event in the Sunday Street Series Brian Kachejian on keyboards, the door for $40 (if available/ since 2005 marks the May 24, Steve Kaplan on bass and tom cash only). For additional 1941 birthday of this legendary Ryan (of the Last hombres) on information call 631-751-0066. singer/songwriter! this year is also the 35th anniversary of the release of Dylan’s 1983 Infidels album and the 40th anniversary of 1978’s Street Legal’s re- Delicious lease, so French visitors Crois-Nuts can ex- pect to Macarons hear songs from both along with Cakes for DaDs & GraDs classics Fresh from the entire Open peach Dylan & BlueBerry pies catalogue right up to Key lime pies his recent albums. & cheesecaKes anchoring the evening’s celebration will be Pete and Maura Kennedy, who return for their Peanut Cookie & Cake Pop Favors 11th Dylan Birthday celebration Butter available for Delivery in the Sunday Street series. Gui- tars, sitars and even ukuleles fudge SUGAr FrEE come into play when the cake CooKIES & BroWNIES Kennedys “do Dylan.” Rod MacDonald, one of amer- Gender reveal cakes ica’s finest singer-songwriters and an acknowledged master at inter- Mini & Large preting Dylan, returns for an- in other Dylanfest at LiM. Rod and #1 Gourmet his band Big Brass Bed have re- Children’s 20% leased three albums of Dylan Cakes! Cupcakes songs. OFF GLutEN ANY PUrChASe STAC Calendar $5 MAxIMUM DISCoUNt frEE caKEs, ExcLudING hOLIdays continued from page 34 cOOKIEs With coupon only JUNE Not combinable • 1 per customer & cuPcaKEs Expires 6/19/18 30-July 28 Interior – Juried Fine art 59 rt. 111, Smithtown (village center) Paintings and drawings which express the various meanings found 631-265-5610 in the spaces we inhabit, the ob- alpinepastryshop.com631-265-5610 jects we encounter and the people we interact with.

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The Atelier at Flowerfield Happenings the atelier at Flowerfield is an art studio steeped zation located at 2 Flowerfield, Suite 15, in in the old master tradition, unique in that profes- St. James. sional 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-S, or email: ages, at all levels of achievement is offered. the [email protected] or visit their atelier at Flowerfield is a non profit 501(c)3 organi- website at www.atelierflowerfield.org

EvENTS SPRING COURSE OFFERINGS Beginner Drawing Friday Night Open Figure - tues. thru June 19, 10-1 p.m. FREE Lecture series | Live Model Fee: $55 per class alternate thursdays, 7-8.30 p.m. every Friday | 6-9 p.m. coffee and italian cookies will $20/person, per class Exploring Watercolor be served. Suggested donation of Work with a live model for a with Bill Graf $10 3-hour, uninstructed session of tuesdays, thru June 19, 2-5 p.m. short and long poses. easels and Fee: $55 per class May 24 | How do the Worlds of drawing boards are provided. Painting With Pastels, Plein Air, Industry and Art Interact : Guest with Lana Ballot Lecturer tim newton, chairman Cast Drawing for Beginners tues. & Wed., May 22-23, June of the Salmagundi club and offered at four different time 5-6, 19-20, 2-5 p.m. curator of american Masters slots: 2-day program 8 classes in total Mon., thru June 18, 10-1 p.m. Fee: $55 per class June 7 | Matters of the Heart (No class May 28) Guest speaker Dr Stephen Vlay Wed., thru June 20, 6-9 p.m. Figure Drawing & Painting thurs., thru June 21, 10-1 p.m. with Kevin McEvoy & ExHIBITION Sat., thru June 23, 10-1 p.m. Leeanna Chipana Fee: $55 per class tues., thru June 19, 6-9 p.m. Annual Atelier Masterworks Fee: $75 per class 2018 Classical Art Foundations includes model fee Local & National Artists for Middle and High School May 17- August 30 Students Still Life Drawing and Painting Opening Reception Mon., thru June 18, offered at five different time May 17, 5.30-7.30 p.m. 6-9 p.m. (No class Memorial slots: original artwork by atelier artist Day) Wed., thru June 20, 10-1 p.m. instructors as well as Summer thurs. thru June 21, Wed., thru June 20, 6-9 p.m. Workshop, nationally renowned 4:30-6:30 p.m. thurs., thru June 21, 10-1 p.m. instructors: David Shevlino, Leo Fee: $40 per class plus Sat., thru June 23, 10-1 p.m. Mancini and John traynor. one time $25 materials (No class Memorial Day) fee Fee: $55 per class continued on page 90

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OUR TOWN • MAY 2018 – 42 – ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Gallery North Events, Exhibitions and Classes at the Community Art Center Gallery north, located at 90 north country Road country Road in Setauket, offers a number of oppor- in Setauket, is a not-for-profit gallery promoting the tunities for one to have a creative studio experience! finest contemporary regional art and craft. estab- Studio art classes are suitable for adults and teens, lished in 1965, Gallery north focuses on contempo- and are taught by some of Long island’s best artists. rary art in a variety of disciplines, including painting, *note there is a 24-hour cut off for registration for drawing, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, digital art select programs. if you have a question about any of and film. the programs, or require more information, email the community art center, located at 84 north [email protected].

EvENTS - ExHIBITS teens/adults Figure Drawing Fee: $10 per session, thursdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Spirit of the Brush: $5/students, no instruction; open session figure drawing. Sungsook Setton bring your own materials. this 3-hour session will have through May 18 Practice drawing a clothed no instruction. Bring your own model in a series of 15-20 materials. easels and drawing The Art of the Figure minute varied poses. Participants boards available. May 24-June 15 take turns posing for one another, using costumes and props. Painting with Water Soluble Oils Fernanda vargas, A Tribute You may come and go during with angela Stratton June 22-July 20 this session as you please, Saturday & Sunday, May 19, 20 according to your schedule. teens/adults 1-4 p.m. Joan Branca & Deborah Katz Fee: $120 July 27-august 17 Life Studies this workshop, for beginners 9 a.m.-12 p.m. (Sundays) and intermediate students, will CLASSES – WORKSHOPS Fee: $15 upon arrival cover all the basic techniques this 3-hour session will have concerning the use of water NEW! ongoing class: no instruction. Bring your own soluble oils and how they differ Clothed Figure Drawing materials. easels and drawing from regular oils. DRoP-inS WeLcoMe!!! boards available. every thursday evening, 5-8 p.m. conttinued on facing page New Arrival? Robert Hall Fine Art Buying Gold and Silver Jewelry Antiques and Paintings TOP PRICES PAID share the blessed event with your friends and neighbors in Website: oUr toWN • St. JAMES www.RobertHallFineArt.com email your announcement to [email protected] Call 631-965-0724 or mail to oUr toWN• St. JAMES Email: 359 Lake avenue [email protected] st. James, ny 11780 St. James, NY 11780 there is no fee for this service. For further information please call 631-862-9849

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continued of Jello Printing. create unique 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Open Session and colorful prints while enjoy- Fee: $100 Printmaking Workshop ing some wine, snacks and the in this workshop, participants with Lorena Salcedo-Watson time to create with friends. will learn the basic process of tuesdays: May 22, June 19 western papermaking, and create 2:30-4:30 p.m. Papermaking Workshop a number of sheets that can be Fridays: May 25, June 22 with Larena Salcedo-Watson used with a variety of media. 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 23, teens/adults, Fee: $20 per session, see website for materials. Presses will be set up for relief and intaglio printing. Bring old or new plates, or create something new. Asian Brush Painting with Sungsook Setton Friday, May 25, 12 noon-4 p.m. teens/adults Fee: $80 + $10 materials fee Learn about the materials, brushstrokes, subject matter and unique compositional elements of this very spirited and freeing art form. Encaustic Workshop with tom Brydelsky Saturday, May 26, 1:30-5:30 p.m. Fee: $80 + $20 materials fee an introductory class in the ancient art of encaustic painting. Paper Marbling (Ebru) with Cara Digirolamo Friday, June 1, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fee: $60 per session* Prepare for a night of fun practicing the ancient craft of paper marbling, known as ebru. Watercolors That Flow with Esther Marie thurs.: June 7, 21, 28, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Fee: teens/adults $180 through the study of symbol- Siding Windows roofing ism and abstract expressionism Insulated Vinyl Siding Vinyl Replacements Complete Replacement students will create watercolor Imitation Wood Shakes Bays & Bows Re-Shingling paintings. Soffits & Fascia Specialty Shapes Repairs Sip & Create Jello Printing Gutters & Leaders Double Hung Flashing with Larissa Grass Entryways Casements Saturday, June 9, 7-9 p.m. Fee: $40/materials included this exciting evening workshop will introduce you to the art

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The Jazz Loft Happenings the Jazz Loft at Stony Brook, EvENT SCHEDULE Wed., May 23, 7 p.m. located at 275 christian avenue Concert with the Jazz Loft Trio in Stony Brook, is an exhibition, Wednesday, May 16, 7 p.m. and The Art of Jazz and Poetry preservation, education and per- Concert with the Jazz Loft Trio open jam at 8 p.m. formance center which houses a and The Art of Jazz and Poetry tickets: 7 p.m./$10, vast collection of jazz memora- open jam at 8 p.m. open Jam at 8 p.m./$5 bilia. the Jazz Loft hosts jam ses- tickets: 7 p.m./$10, sions, lectures on jazz and open Jam at 8 p.m./$5 Saturday, May 26, 2 p.m. presents a variety of concerts. The Clem DeRosa Alumni Big Some of the concerts in the com- Thursday, May 17, 7 p.m. Band. tickets: $20/adults, ing months are sponsored by Rich Iacona’s The Bad Little Big $15/seniors, $10/students olivia and harlan Fischer of Band: Goes Latin head of the harbor. tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors, Saturday, May 26, 7 p.m. the Jazz Loft is open thursday $10/students The George Coleman Trio through Saturday, 12 noon to 5 tickets: $30/adults, $25/seniors, p.m. tickets: adults/$10; seniors Saturday, May 19, 2-4 p.m. $20/students 62+/$7; students/$5; children 12 Sensory Friendly Event: and under are free. Tom Manuel and His Wed., May 30, 7 p.m. For additional information and Red Hot Peppers Concert with the Jazz Loft Trio to purchase tickets visit a concert for those with special and The Art of Jazz and Poetry www.thejazzloft.org or call 631- needs. the concert is designed to open jam at 8 p.m. 751-1895. Subject to availability, make the performance more tickets: 7 p.m./$10, tickets can be purchased at the comfortable for those with sen- open Jam at 8 p.m./$5 door before the event. sory sensitivities. tickets: $5 continued on facing page

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continued Saturday, June 9, 7p.m. Friday, June 15, 7 p.m. Thursday, May 31, 7 p.m. Ken Peplowski Quintet The Bill Frisell Trio mixes rock Interplay Jazz Orchestra tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors, and country with jazz and blues. tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors, $10/students tickets: $40/adults, $35/seniors, $10/students $30/students Wednesday, June 13, 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 6 Young at Heart: Memphis in Wednesday, June 20, 7 p.m. Jazz Loft Trio and Open Jam June: The Songbook of Johnny Jazz Loft Trio, Open Jam and tickets: 7 p.m./$10, Mercer, Hoagy Carmichael and The Art of Jazz open Jam at 8 p.m./$5 others. tickets: 7 p.m./$10, tickets: $10 open Jam at 8 p.m./$5 Thursday, June 7, 7 p.m. The Jazz Loft Big Band Wednesday, June 13 Thursday, June 21, 7 p.m. 17-piece big band directed by Jazz Loft Trio and Open Jam Rich Iacona’s The Bad Little Big Jazz Loft director tom Manuel, tickets: 7 p.m./$10, Band with vocalist Madeline trumpet open Jam at 8 p.m./$5 Kole performing jazz standards tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors, from The Great American Song $10/students Thursday, June 14, 7 p.m. Book. Three village Historical Society tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors, Friday, June 8, 7p.m. Prohibition Night featuring the $10/students Ken Peplowski Duo hot club of Stony Brook. tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors, tickets: $25/adults;, $20/seniors; Friday, June 22, 7 p.m. $10/students $15/students Tom Harrell Quartet tom harrell, trumpeter and com- continued on page 90

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The Spirit of the Brush by SungSook Setton at Gallery North Gallery north, located at 90 north SungSook Setton has spent a con- country Road in Setauket, is pleased siderable amount of time depicting to present the Spirit of the Brush, an music with visual imagery. in 2005 exhibition of the work of SungSook she participated in a multimedia per- Setton who has been influenced by formance entitled Brush Voice. that the artistic traditions of the east and event was the point of departure from the West. the exhibition will run traditional painting to organic through May 18. abstraction using rice paper, water, having been trained in europe, the ink and brush. United States and her native South asian Brush Workshops will be Korea, SungSook Setton sees an ongo- held at Gallery north on Friday, May ing transition from representation to 18 and 25 from 12 noon to 4 p.m. minimalism in her work. the empty Fee: $80 + $10 materials fee. spaces on the page become as impor- For additional information and to SungSook Setton, tant as the strokes themselves. Sung- register call Gallery north at 631- Spring is Here. Sook strives to create a meditative 751-2676 or visit 2017, Ink on paper space where people can breathe and www.gallerynorth.org. grow. Meet the Author – Lady of the Dollhouse the Smithtown Library will hold dollhouse displayed in the win- a Meet the author event for a new dow of a dollhouse shop on Main book by St. James author June ca- Street. the story was inspired by possela Kempf. June will be at the the real dollhouse shop, “Doll- main branch of the library on Fri- house Delights” on Main Street in day, June 15, 2018 at 7 p.m. Smith-town. where she will present and sign her latest book Lady of the Doll- Registration is required but if house, a middle grade level fan- you forget you won’t be turned tasy about a young girl, Julia, who away. call the Library at 631-360- dreams of living in the magical 2480 ext. 127.

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Furniture – Accessories – Art – Antiques – Sports Memorabilia – Collectibles – Jewelry – Handbags Join Us For Our MEMORIAL DAY CLEARANCE SALE May 25 - May 28 Complimentary Stop by our newly expanded upstairs showroom! In-Home Don’t forget to visit www.uniquelynatalie.com Designer Visit for special events with a purchase of Accepting Merchandise in Excellent or Good Condition $1,000 or more Please submit photos to: Natalie Weinstein, [email protected] Allied ASID 176 Second Street, St. James, NY 11780 631-686-5644 | 631-862-6198 Hours: Sunday 11 am-5 pm • Mon., Thurs., Fri., Sat 10 am-5 pm • Closed Tues. & Wed. Visit www.uniquelynatalie.com for more information STUDIO 455 Gallery & Workshops 455 Lake Ave., St. James, NY 11780 Hours: Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm Drawing & Painting Workshops • Private Lessons “Mommy and Me” Painting Partee – Sunday, May 20, 2018, 1:00-3:00 pm Youngsters 3 years old and older – Mothers, all ages Just bring a smock. We supply everything needed for a delightful “Mommy and Me” experience! Call Studio 455 to register at 631-862-6198 • Space is limited, so early registration is suggested. $40 for Mommy and a child Arline Goldstein, artist, will guide you both to create Art.

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The Art League of Long Island 2018 Happenings 107 E. Deer Park Road, Dix Hills WORKSHOPS, LECTURES, painting, mixed media projects, [exit 42n - noRtheRn State EvENTS and more. exit 51n - Lie] 631-462-5400 To register, call the Art League 60-Minute Power www.artleagueli.org. of Long Island at 631-462-5400 Charcoal Portraits or visit www.artleagueli.org. May 25, 9:30 a.m.-12 noon Gallery admission is FRee Fee: $75 GaLLeRY hoURS: Summer Art Adventure for Kids artist Larry aarons will share Mon-thurs: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. and Teens Ages 5-14 his Speed viewing techniques to Fri: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. registration is ongoing thru July help you capture a likeness with Sat-Sun: 11a.m.-4 p.m. For more than 20 years the art charcoal portraiture. Reap the League of Long island’s Summer benefits of capturing portraits in art adventure Program has been shortened time frames. offering kids and teens fun and Raku at the creative activities led by dedi- Art League of Long Island cated art education profession- June 1, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. als. Kids ages 5-10 participate in Fee: $110 weekly activities centered on ex- this ancient Japanese firing ExHIBITS citing themes. the five weekly method, incorporating american programs start July 9 and end Long Island Center Raku techniques combines week of august 6. Mature artists for Photography Exhibition chemistry, fire, and smoke to ages 11-14 can hone their artis- through May 20 produce gorgeous colors, lusters tic skills in one or both 10-day Reception, Sunday, May 20 and crackles. sessions beginning July 9 and 1-3 p.m. FRee July 23. an exhibition of works by an Art in the Park alliance of Long island photogra- Fine Art & Craft Fair Summer Pre-College phers whose mission is to edu- June 2, 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Portfolio Development cate, advocate, and connect via heckscher Park in huntington for Teens Ages 15-18 the art of photography. FRee and open to the Public two 3-week programs start More than 75 artists and crafts- The Big Picture – July 9 and July 30 people will show and sell origi- Large Works Juried Exhibition registration is ongoing thru July nal works of art and handmade May 26-July 1 Summer Pre-college Portfolio crafts such as paintings, photo- Reception: Sunday, June 10 Development for ages 15-18 pre- graphs, ceramics, jewelry, sculp- 1-3 p.m. FRee pares students for winning port- ture, woodwork, glasswork, Juror talk: thursday, June 14 folios designed to help them gain wearable art, and more. the 7:30 p.m. FRee acceptance into higher educa- event also features live art the art League invites artists to tion or program of choice. expe- demonstrations, family-friendly submit large-scale works in their rience professional studio hands-on activities, and live spacious bi-level gallery. exhibi- practices by delving into obser- music. tion Juror is Bruce Lieberman. vational and figure drawing, continued on facing page

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continued important american artist for creating your canvas and paint- Introduction to Zentangle more than 50 years, creating ing with the many art brushes June 2, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. major murals at the United na- that Photoshop comes with. to- Fee: $85 tions in nYc, the aFL-cio Build- gether the class will work on a Zentangle® is a method of ing in Washington, Dc, St. Paul traditional still life using a variety drawing beautiful complex im- the apostle catholic church by of oil, acrylic, and watercolor ages using simple repeated pat- Lincoln center, several US Post painting techniques. terns. the unusual designs evolve offices and much, much more. “one stroke at a time” in an un- he even designed the official Alla Prima Portrait Painting planned yet structured way. no logo for naSa’s apollo xiii. Join with Liz Jorg Masi previous drawing experience is alexander Katlan, renowned art June 8, 9, & 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. needed but even established conservator and art collector, to Fee: $390 artists can use the method as a hear an exciting presentation Working quickly to capture creative exercise for inspiration. about this artist’s career and ac- likeness was a technique used by the added benefit is relaxation & complishments. John Singer Sargent, Richard stress relief which come from di- Schmidt, Max Ginsburg and rected focus, like yoga for your Painting with Photoshop - many other artists to achieve a soul. A One Day Introductory fresh work of art, not labored but Workshop easy and exciting. Join Liz Jorg In Appreciation of an American June 11, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Masi and watch her achieve a Artist: The Legacy of Martin Fee: $120 likeness in oil working from live Lumen Winter – “Dab of Paint” it’s time to join the digital art models. Feel free to work in your FREE Lecture Series revolution! this hands-on, one- medium of preference - bring June 4, 11 a.m.-12 noon day “foundation” workshop will oils, pastels or watercolors. Lumen Martin Winter was an cover essential features such as

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Smithtown Historical Society Happenings Since 1955 the Smithtown during the year. For further infor- historical Society has worked to mation about any of their pro- ensure that the history of Smith- grams call 631-265-6768. town township and our Long island heritage are preserved and interpreted for the education and EvENTS enjoyment of current and future 631-265-6768 generations. Frank Brush Barn their mission is carried out 211 Middle Country Road through collection, conservation Smithtown and preservation, research, exhi- Military Appreciation Month bitions, publications, educa- Civil War Encampment May is Military appreciation tional programs, support of Friday, May 18 |10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Month at the Smithtown histori- regional heritage organizations, Fee: adults $10 | children $5 cal Society. Donate supplies and living history events, community come and experience the write letters to send our brave library and archives. past. talk to civil War era and selfless deployed military the historical Society main- soldiers and civilians from the men and women. all supplies tains six houses and eight out- north and South. observe and letters will go to Boots on buildings at three locations: cavalry and infantry demonstra- the Ground, nY for delivery. obadiah Smith house, caleb tions. Visit a battlefield doctor. Deadline for donations and Smith house and their 22-acre enter historic homes and speak letters is Friday, May 25, 2018. Village of the Branch historic with costumed interpreters. Be call 631-265-6768 for additional District Site. sure to check out the Gift Shop information. the Smithtown historical So- for authentic toys and games of ciety, holds a number of events the past. ontinued on page 95

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Long Island Museum 2018 Calendar 1200 Route 25A ADULT PROGRAMS this legendary singer/songwriter! Stony Brook, NY 11790 AND EvENTS advance sale is $35 at 631-751-0066 www.sundaystreet.org through [email protected] Friday, May 18, with tickets at www.longislandmuseum.org the door for $40 (if available/ cash only). hoURS: thursday-Saturday, June 10, 5 p.m. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, Sunday Street: 12 noon-5 p.m. The Tannahill Weavers (unless otherwise noted) Sunday Street concert Series aDMiSSion: continues with the tannahill $10/adults, $7/seniors 62+, Weavers. advance sale tickets $5/students 6-17 years and available at sundaystreet.org college students with i.D., through June 8. free museum members. June 11, 10 a.m. registration, (concert and film tickets sold 12:30 p.m. shotgun separately.) Annual Golf Tournament Please Note: all events are free St. George’s Golf & country with museum admission, unless May 20, 7 p.m. club honoring chuck Merritt, otherwise noted. Please call 631- Sunday Street: Bob Dylan’s 77th President, Merritt environmental 751-0066 x212 to register where Birthday Celebration consulting corp. individual and indicated. For information about a tribute to Bob Dylan – this foursome packages available. becoming a museum member annual event since 2005 marks Golf package includes breakfast, call 631-751-0066 x246. the May 24, 1941 birthday of continued on facing page

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June 13, 7:15 a.m. – 7 p.m. 0066 x212 for information and Bus Trip to Brooklyn Academy of reservations. Bus leaves the Long Music, Junior’s & David Bowie Is island Museum at 7:15 a.m. Sec- at Brooklyn Museum ond pick up is at christopher Start the day off with a behind Morley Park, Roslyn at 8:05 a.m. the scenes tour of the famed Return time is approximately 6 Brooklyn academy of Music, a p.m. in Roslyn, 7 p.m. in Stony 150-year-old multi-arts center. Brook. explore the performance spaces and learn about this historic June 17, 12 noon – 5 p.m. venue. after, head to the original Father’s Day Junior’s cheesecake Restaurant take Dad on an historic ad- on Flatbush avenue for lunch venture at the Long island Mu- (and cheesecake!). Finally, a seum. Stroll through history in highlights tour at the Brooklyn the caRRiaGe MUSeUM, discover Museum of the David Bowie Is amazing sculptures on the mu- exhibition, an introspective look seum grounds and take in beau- continued at the life and career of the artist tiful art in the galleries. Visit lunch on the green, 18 holes of rounds out an exciting day in longislandmuseum.org for list of golf, cocktail hour and dinner in Brooklyn! $125/members; exhibitions on display. FRee ad- the clubhouse. Raffles, prizes, $115/non-members. includes mission for fathers and grandfa- contests and more. coach bus, all tour fees, lunch thers all day. contact Regina Miano at and gratuities. Pre-payment and 631-751-0066 x247 or pre-registration is required. continued on page 54 [email protected]. Space is limited. call 631-751-

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Long Island Museum 2018 Calendar continued from page 53 tinue with a printmaking demon- using the desire to travel as their stration at Gallery north. Sal- inspiration. a panel of museum June 19, 10 a.m. – 12 noon cedo-Watson’s expertise with staff selected the finalists to Senior Tuesday ULae gives participants a make up the exhibition and win- Seniors 62 and older take a unique, multi-layered experi- ners for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places, FRee, self-guided tour of Larry ence. along with a few honorable men- rivers and the rise of Universal tions were selected. Limited art Editions on display in June 28, 6:30 p.m. the aRt MUSeUM. The Long Island Museum Through September 3, 2018 welcomes Loudon Wainwright June 21, 6-8:30 p.m. Perfect Harmony: III in concert on the museum The Musical Life and Art of Summer Thursday grounds. Bring blankets or chairs enjoy printmaking with mu- William Sidney Mount. for seating. Rain or shine. Pur- William Sidney Mount (1807- seum educators and sample sea- chase ViP tickets and enjoy pre- sonal libations with the Port Jeff 1868) formed organic and ever- concert dinner (5 p.m.). contact lasting bridges between his two Brewing co. FRee admission. Regina Miano at 631-751-0066 Beer available for purchase. chief passions in life – art and x247 or rmiano@longislandmu- music. this exhibition sheds new June 24, 2 p.m. seum.org for details. light on the confluence of these ULAE: Gallery North and creative worlds. Music takes cen- ExHIBITIONS LIM collaboration ter stage in a wide variety of the Lorena Salcedo-Watson begins Wanderlust artist’s most famous paintings, re- with a talk and gallery tour of the Through June 3, 2018 vealing attention to proper musi- revolution in Printmaking: Larry amateur and professional cal posturing and his pursuits as rivers and Universal Limited art artists were invited to submit up a fiddler, a fife player, a collector Editions exhibition at LiM. con- to three images for the contest continued on facing page

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continued able to get Universal Limited art tory of transportation before the of folk songs and a violin de- editions printing concern off the automobile became the every- signer. his assimilation of these ground. the exhibit focuses on man’s primary mode of trans- two passions: art and music, the vital influence of Rivers and portation in the U.S. prompted his first biographer, the growth and continued sus- edward Buffet to describe him as tainability of ULae, still based in Bayman’s Art “a rustic Leonardo.” Suffolk county. over the Ongoing decades ULae has worked with ViSitoR’S centeR Through September 3, 2018 a wide range and style of young, the Bayman’s art gallery repli- Revolution in Printmaking: ambitious, talented, and interna- cates an authentic Long island Larry Rivers and Universal tionally-famed artists that have wetlands environment as a “nat- Limited Art Editions (ULAE). included Jasper Johns, Robert ural habitat” for the display of in 1957, at a small printmak- Rauschenberg, cy twombly, shorebirds and duck decoys. an ing workshop based inside a cot- helen Frankenthaler, Marisol and early 20th century bayman’s tage in West islip, L.i., artist Larry Jim Dine. the exhibition features shack, complete with tools, fur- Rivers (1923-2002) and poet nearly 70 works of art – paint- nishings and decoys in various Frank o’hara (1926-1966) began ings, lithographs, intaglios, stages of completion, illustrates their famed lithographic project monoprints – from these artists the process and methods used by Stones, a groundbreaking but and many more. carvers. a wonderfully preserved playfully approachable conver- north Shore duck boat and a gence of words and imagery. Ongoing saltmarsh diorama is based on Stones was published two years the caRRiaGe MUSeUM effie’s hole, a small cove in east- later as a 13-page portfolio by eight galleries housing more than ern L.i. where duck hunting was tatyana Grosman (1904-1982), a 100 horse-drawn vehicles and a mainstay of life. Russian immigrant, who was related artifacts explore the his-

Community Association of Greater St. James, Inc. P.o. box 2054, Saint James, nY 11780 email: [email protected] PuBLiC MEETiNG MONDAY, JuNE 18 7 P.M. st. JaMes eLeMentary schooL – MEMBErSHIP ForM – Annual Membership Year January 1-December 31 per FaMiLy: $50.00 • senior citizen: $25.00 • sponsor / Business / organization: $50.00 Fees are collected at membership meetings or by mailing a check to: community association of greater st. James, inc. p.o. Box 2054, st. James, ny 11780 please make payment to: Community Association of Greater St. James name:______address: ______home phone:______cell phone: ______email: ______

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Programs Offered at the Library the Smithtown Library offers a money order to the Smithtown MOvIES AT THE LIBRARY variety of programs during the Library. to pay by credit card, neSconSet upcoming weeks and months. use the online payment option. Call for movies, dates and times. the Library has one number For more information about pay- (631-360-2480) which will ing by credit card, see the library SMithtoWn connect callers to all four Library website www.smithlib.org. if Fri., May, 18, 2 p.m. buildings. the Main Building, is paying in cash, please bring The Greatest Showman located at 1 north country exact change only. Program fees Rated: PG, Runtime: 105 min. Road, Smithtown. the nesconset are non-refundable and non- Fri., May 25, 2 p.m. and Branch (administration Business transferable. check the Library’s 6:15 p.m. office) is located at 148 Smith- calendar or contact your local The Shape of Water town Blvd., nesconset. the building for availability. Out of rated: r, runtime: 123 min. commack Branch is located at district residents should call the Call for additional dates, times 3 indian head Road, commack. Library for program availability. and movies the Kings Park Branch is located at 1 church Street, Kings Park. 3D PRINTERS BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS call for Library hours. the Library ‘s 3D printers, do- For more information visit nated by the Friends of the Smithtown the library website at Smithtown Library, are available Book Discussion Group www.smithlib.org. at all four Library branches. Pa- SMithtoWn You may register at the above trons can submit a 3D Printer thurs., May 17 phone number for programs un- Use Form to request to have a 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. less otherwise noted. design printed. these requests Hillbilly Elegy by J.D. Vance are reviewed to ensure they No registration required. REGISTRATION INFORMATION comply with the Library’s policy, Tea-rrific Reads Book Discussion in-person, online and tele- then sent to the requested pick- neSconSet phone registration for all pro- up location for printing. For fur- tues., May 22, grams is required and begins one ther details, please call the 2:15-3:15 p.m. or 7:15-8:15 p.m. month prior to program date un- Reference Desk at any of the the Mother’s Promise less otherwise noted. Programs branches or visit by Sally hepworth. that require fees can be paid by www.smithlib.org/adults/3d- registration encouraged. credit card, cash, check or printing.html. Killer Reads Book Discussion Group neSconSet We Are a call for books, dates and times. Full Service Jewelry Store... registration encouraged. specializing in custom designs Sports Pages and expert jewelry repair Book Discussion Group neSconSet All work done on premises. Mon., June 4 10-30-12:30 p.m. american Pharoah by Joe Drape. No registration required.

BUS TRIPS Vanderbilt Mansion and GoLd • diAMoNdS • SiLvEr • GEMStoNES Planetarium Bus Trip SMithtoWn ST. JAMES JEWELRY tues., Jun. 26, 9:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. SHOPPE Fee: $85 per person includes lunch and all expenses and 483 lake avenue, St. James, nY 11780 goLd gratuities. diaMonds MeMBer oF the 631-862-6775 st. JaMes chaMBer siLver enjoy a guided tour of William oF coMMerce www.stjamesjewelry.com geMstones K. Vanderbilt ii’s 24-room, open tuesday-Friday 10-5 • Saturday 10-4 • closed Sunday & monday continued on page 58 OUR TOWN • MAY 2018 – 57 –

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. What Your Posture Is Saying About You May is posture Month and for a ting habits as well as maintaining good reason! posture is known a prolonged sitting position at a as the window to your spine. desk or with driving can lead to great insight can be achieved by muscle imbalances. postural im- assessing a person’s posture. balances are also easily created the static posture assessment in the gym by people who focus is used as a basis for identifying on working out one muscle group musculoskeletal imbalances. this more than another. the acute in- assessment gives us an overall jury creates an immediate imbal- view of the body and its orienta- ance by compensation, but failing tion and provides us with informa- to completely rehabilitate the in- tion of areas that might need jury can lead to a chronic com- further evaluation. Further evalua- pensation with altered biomech- tion will give us insight into anical function and causing a whether the dysfunction is the painful dysfunction. it is not result of a biomechanical issue or what is being demanded. this uncommon to see a patient pres- the result of poor muscular adaptation recruits muscles not ent with a knee or lower back recruitment. designed for the primary function issue that is due to altered poor postural habits, chronic and leads to imbalances which biomechanics from an older repetitive movement, acute injury, eventually leads to further dys- ankle/foot injury. post surgical scar tissue and the function and tissue damage. assessing your static posture incomplete rehabilitation of an poor postural habits due to can give good insight into the injury, to name a few, can cause compensation could easily be de- dysfunction that may be attribut- chronic muscle imbalances and veloped without even realizing. ing to the symptoms of inflamma- alter a persons static posture. chronically loading one side of tion, discomfort, or poor perfor- Whatever the cause of dysfunc- your body with a heavy book bag, mance and can assist in deter- tion, the body will continually pocketbook or briefcase can eas- mining an effective intervention to adapt in an effort to produce for ily create an imbalance. poor sit- restore a pain free function.

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Library Programs continued from page 56 tuesday, September 25, festive Union Jack mason jar Spanish-Revival mansion fol- 7-8:30 p.m. candle holder. lowed by a catered lunch of Women Airforce Service Pilots wraps and salads under a tent on of World War II, Long Island SPRING CLEANING – the mansion grounds. after lunch and Beyond PAPER SHREDDING, E-WASTE patrons will enjoy a Planetarium REMOvAL AND show and then depart for the Li- tuesday, October 23, SHED THE MEDS brary at 3:30 p.m. Meet the bus 7-8:30 p.m. SMithtoWn in the Smithtown Main Building Suffragist “General” Sat., May 19, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. parking lot at 9:45a.m. Registra- Rosalie Jones and Her 1 the Smithtown Library, Leg. tion is ongoing and open to all, 912 Pilgrimage to Albany. Leslie Kennedy’s office and the regardless of library district, Suffolk county Sheriff’s office in- space permitting. SPRING LEMON vite you to finish your spring AND THYME BREAD cleaning in the Smithtown Main ADULT PROGRAMS neSconSet Building parking lot. Shredding thurs., May 17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. company a Shred away will pro- CELEBRATING WOMEN’S Fee: $10 per person vide shredding of personal pa- HISTORY ON Simply creative chef Rob pers and documents, e-waste LONG ISLAND Scott will show you how to make removal will be provided by Long Island the batter for one loaf of this de- ahRc Suffolk and the Suffolk Room licious spring lemon thyme county. Sheriff’s office will host Program Series bread. Bring one large bowl, Shed the Meds proper prescrip- Smithtown medium bowl, 8x4 loaf pan and tion drug disposal. Bring only Main Building rubber spatula to class. paper documents for shredding; tuesday, June other materials, such as plastic, 26, 7-8:30 p.m. KEEP CALM AND CRAFT ON newspaper, magazines, card- The First Ladies neSconSet board or photographs cannot be of Long Island Fri., May 18, 1-2:30 p.m. shredded. Please do not bring tuesday, July 31, 7-8:30 p.m. are you excited for the wed- televisions for e-waste removal. Lifting As We Climb: ding of Prince harry and Shed the Meds will accept un- The Women of the H.H. Garnet Meghan Markle? Watch the wed- used medications and covered Memorial Home ding coverage while you paint a continued on facing page scotty’s masonry Support your 631-872-1076 Local Merchants

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continued books including a number of in- served as the founding editor of hypodermic needles for proper fluential pro-Union titles during Harper’s Bazaar magazine and disposal. No registration re- the civil War, worked as a re- was instrumental in securing quired. porter for the new York times, France’s gift of the Statue of Lib- was involved in the woman suf- erty. Join tricia Foley, co-author FOR THE LOvE OF POETRY - frage and abolitionist move- of Images of america, Yaphank WRITING WORKSHOP ments, wrote the comprehensive and Yaphank historical Society SMithtoWn History of the City of New York, continued on following page Mon., May 21, 10 a.m.-12 noon this is a monthly workshop on the art and craft of writing poems conducted by Gladys hender- son, Suffolk county Poet Laure- ate 2017-2019. these workshops will explore poetic techniques and expose attendees to new poetic pathways to create poems.

GOOGLE DRIvE AND DOCS SMithtoWn Mon., May 21, 7-8 p.m. Build documents with Google Docs, a free alternative to Mi- crosoft Word. You will learn how to make a new document and add special features such as headers, footers, page numbers, images and more. You will also learn how to share your documents, collaborate with others and store and organize your documents in Google Drive. a Google or Gmail account is required.

SEALS IN NEW YORK neSconSet Mon., May 21, 7-8 p.m. a representative of atlantic Marine conservation Society will talk about the seal species we find in our local waters, the threats they face during their sea- sonal time here and what we can do to help them as we share our marine environment.

WRITING HER OWN HISTORY: The Extraordinary Life of Mary Louise Booth SMithtoWn tues., May 22, 7-8:30 p.m. Mary Louise Booth was a gifted writer and linguist with an insatiable love of learning from an early age, she spoke seven languages, translated forty-seven

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Library Programs continued from page 59 POP-UP GAME DAY ogy of the area as well as the fa- board member and historian, as neSconSet mous who fished the river. she recounts the remarkable thurs., May 31, 1:30-4 p.m. events that defined the life of enjoy an extra afternoon of SMALL BUSINESS DEvELOP- Mary Louise Booth and describes Game Day this month. tables, MENT CENTER COUNSELING the efforts being made to pre- chairs and a variety of games SMithtoWn serve her childhood home as will be provided. Meet friends Mon., June 4, 1:00, 2:00 or 3 well as the rest of her important here or make new ones. No reg- p.m. legacy. istration required. Want to start a business or improve the performance of an ex- HEALTHY TRAvEL MEALS isting one? Register for a SMithtoWn one-on-one appointment with a thurs., May 31, 7-8:30 p.m. member of the Small Business NUTRITION BASICS FOR traveling for work or vacation Development center for high DISEASE AND ILLNESS can be challenging. there are quality business consulting and SMithtoWn some steps that you can take to training. Wed., May 23, 30, June 6, 13 eat right while you’re away. 10-11 a.m. GOOGLE CALENDAR throughout this 4-week INTRODUCTION TO SMithtoWn program learn how to maintain MICROSOFT ExCEL Mon., June 4 , 7-8 p.m. healthy nutrition no matter your SMithtoWn Keep your personal and pro- health condition. Sat., June 2, 9, 9:30-11 a.m. fessional life organized with Fee: $5 per person Google calendar. Learn how to SENSORY FRIENDLY FILM Learn the basic applications create events, set reminders, in- neSconSet included in the Microsoft office vite others to your events and Fri., May 25, 1:30 p.m. package for excel during a dual share your calendar. a Google or Spider-Man: Homecoming session introduction. Gmail account is required. PG-13; runtime 133 minutes You are invited to a sensory ONE LITTLE RIvER, RECORDING BROADWAY - friendly showing of a film on the THE STORY OF THE AN EvENING WITH big screen. the lights will be CONNETQUOT RIvER - THOMAS Z. SHEPARD slightly turned up and the sound MILLIONAIRE’S SPORTSMEN’S SMithtoWn slightly lower to ensure a com- PARADISE thurs., June 7, 7-8 p.m. fortable and relaxed setting for SMithtoWn Winner of 12 Grammy all. this program is suitable for Sat., June 2, 2-3 p.m. awards, thomas Z. Shepard is patrons with sensory issues, Learn about the sister of the the nation’s pre-eminent pro- those on the autism spectrum or nissequogue River, the con- ducer of Broadway cast albums. those who have other special netquot River, from the time of this presentation by Shepard will needs. as with all of our pro- the native americans through re- offer a behind-the-scenes look at grams, all patrons are welcome cent history. Local author Robert Broadway and the men and to attend. G. Giffen will discuss the geol- continued on page 62

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Library Programs continued from page 60 WELCOME TO MEDICARE island. Learn which of these women who have made it an SMithtoWn women were born on Long is- american institution. he will dis- tues., June 12, 7-8:30 p.m. land, which one was known as cuss the shows recorded and the Learn about the different types “the Rose of Long island” before people he has worked with, in- of Medicare and the application marrying a President 30 years cluding Stephen Sondheim, an- process as well as other impor- her senior, which one was her gela Lansbury, Julie andrews, tant information. this program is husband’s childhood playmate Barbara Streisand and more. not endorsed by the United and which one is consistently States government or Federal ranked highest by historians in BOARD GAMING FOR ADULTS Medicare program. the field. Writer, educator and SMithtoWn historian elizabeth Kahn Kaplan Fri., June 8, 5:30-8:30 p.m. CHESS 101 will share these and many other enjoy a variety of games, from neSconSet intriguing details as she discusses board games to brain-teasers, so- thurs., June 14, 21, 28 the fascinating lives of these very cial deduction to deep strategy 6:30-7:30 p.m. different First Ladies of Long games. Bring a game and a Fee: $6 per person island. registration is ongoing. friend or make new friends and a representative of Li chess try out one of the library’s games. nuts association will offer basic instruction in the game of chess, THE UN-BELIZE-ABLE followed by as needed assistance TURNEFFE ATOLL in one-to-one games. SMithtoWn GROUP OUTING Fri., June 8, 7-8 p.m. THE FIRST LADIES WITH THE DUCKS Located 20 miles offshore OF LONG ISLAND SMithtoWn from Belize city, the turneffe SMithtoWn Sat., aug. 4, 5:30-10 p.m. atoll is one of three atolls found tues., June 26, 7-8:30 p.m. Fee: $12 per person on the Belize Barrier Reef. of the 47 women who have enjoy discounted ticket access “Dive” along with the Fish Guy served as america’s First Lady, to a Long island Ducks game chris Papparo as he explores this five – Julia Gardiner tyler, edith against the Road Warriors. Fol- pristine environment through Kermit Roosevelt, anna eleanor lowing the game there will be a pictures and videos showing the Roosevelt, Jacqueline Bouvier fireworks show. Patrons will meet many fascinating creatures that Kennedy and Barbara Pierce a staff host at the facility and sit call this reef home. Bush – had strong ties to Long in a pre-selected set of seats. there is no fee for parking. Pick up tickets between July 23 – august 3 at the Smithtown Main Building. Smithtown Library patrons may register now; starting OF ST. JAMES on June 1, all may register regardless of library district, space Dr. Gary DiBenedetto permitting. PEDIATRIC/FAMILY CHIROPRACTOR ONGOING ADULT PROGRAMS Okay Father’s Day ADULT GAME DAY SMithtoWn St. James Special Dads... Fridays, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (May-June) neSconSet Here is your $20 Mondays, 12-3 p.m. chance to family member Call for additional dates get your family 1st evaluation and times. HEALTHY! & treatment We provide the space, tables and chairs. Bring your friends No Appointments... We are a Walk-In. and board or card games to play. Happy Open Tuesday & Thursday 3-6 Space is limited and is available Father’s Just stop by & change your family’s life forever! on a first-come, first-served basis. Family Friendly Fees No registration required. Day! 320 Lake Ave., Front Office (across from the Post Office) continued on page 64

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Library Programs continued from page 62 books with a new sense of style. New York Safety ADULT WRITERS GROUP Training Associates REGENTS REvIEW CLASSES SMithtoWn KinGS PaRK Prepare for this year’s Regents Call for dates and times Mon., June 4 & tues., June 5, exams at your Library. Review Meet each month to share 5-8:30 p.m. materials will be given out at the ideas and get feedback on your check or money order only class. Register now. Fee: $10 per latest efforts. Program is free and made out to n.Y.S.t.a. inc. is person, per class. open to all regardless of library due to the instructor at the be- classes include: Global History district. No registration required. ginning of class. Fee: $25 per and Geography; Earth Science; ART GROUP person, $22 for high school stu- English Language arts; algebra 1; SMithtoWn dents with student iD. Geometry; Living Environment; tuesdays, 12-2:15 p.m. algebra 2; Physics; Chemistry. Call for dates and times. TEEN PROGRAMS Weekly group will work on in- GRADES 6-12 KEEP CALM AND RELAx ON dependent projects. No registra- the Smithtown Library offers a SMithtoWn tion required. variety of programs geared to- thurs., May 17, 7-8 p.m. ward teens. Join one or join all – Final exams are just around OPEN KNIT AND you’re sure to have a great time! the corner so stop by the Library CROCHET NIGHT (In-person, online or telephone to de-stress. Make calming jars SMithtoWn registration for all programs is re- and stress balls to help get you tues., May 1, 5-7:30 p.m. quired and ongoing.) through the rest of the school Join this local group and enjoy year. a friendly and informal get-to- vOLUNTEER gether. experienced crafters and OPPORTUNITIES STRANGER THINGS JEWELRY beginners are welcome. No reg- a variety of volunteer opportu- neSconSet istration required. nities will be offered at the Li- Fri., May 18, 4:15-5 p.m. brary throughout the year. one turn back the clocks to the DEFENSIvE DRIvING hour of community service will 1980s. Design and bake charms telephone, online and in-per- be given. register for this pro- using Shrinky Dink paper and son registration for the next two gram. Call for dates and volun- beads. months of classes is ongoing. teer opportunities. classes are open to Smithtown WOODEN CHALKBOARD Library cardholders only until Homework Helpers DECOR one week prior to the program, neSconSet neSconSet when, space permitting, all indi- thurs., May 17, 4:30-5:30 p.m tues., May 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m. viduals regardless of library dis- Volunteers in grades 9-12 will Using cuts of wood, paint and trict are welcome to register. work one-on-one with children design ornaments you can use all open to all adult drivers regard- in grades K-5 assisting them with year. less of age. Please bring your li- homework and studying. all vol- cense to class. Must have a unteers must submit an applica- CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS library card to register; one regis- tion and a letter of tration per library card. recommendation prior to the Register in person, online or AARP Classes start of the program. the applica- by phone for all children’s Pro- SMithtoWn tion is available at both the adult grams – 631-360-2480 unless thurs., June 14, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and children’s Reference Desks otherwise noted. call the Library neSconSet of the Kings Park and nesconset for dates and times and age re- Call for dates and times Buildings. strictions for aLL programs. KinGS PaRK Visit the Library website at Call for dates and times Painted Bookends Volunteers www.smithlib.org for a complete aaRP members must bring SMithtoWn program listing and additional their valid aaRP membership tues., May 22, 4:30-5:30 p.m. details or go to the Library and card. check or money order only come and help decorate the pick up a program flyer. made out to aaRP is due to the teen Room by painting book- Note: Each child must have instructor at the beginning of ends. after they’re painted and his/her own Library card to regis- class. Fee: $20 with an aaRP sealed, the bookends will go ter for programs. membership card; $25 without. back on the shelves to hold up continued on facing page

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continued SPARKLE SLIME TODDLER SPRING PROM neSconSet (9-12 years) SMithtoWn (2-4 years w/adult) For School Age Children Sat., May 19, 11:30-12:15 p.m. Sat., May 19, 3-3:45 p.m. a variety of literature-based Mix and mold secret ingredi- Dress your little one up for a programs which include a wide ents to make a polymer that is fancy dance party celebration to range of activities are offered shiny and slippery. welcome spring. a snack will be throughout the school year. each served. children’s department provides AUTHOR READING specialized programs, unique to WITH CINDY SOMMER OvER THE RAINBOW each branch. SMithtoWn SMithtoWn (2-4 years w/adult) (families w/children under 8 Wed., May 23, 2:30-3:15 p.m. MRS. BEE AND THE years) enjoy stories, rhymes and an BUZZ ABOUT BEES Sat., May 19, 11-11:45 a.m. art activity about rainbows. SMithtoWn (5-12 years) Long island author cindy Som- Fri., May 18, 7-7:45 p.m. mer will be reading her chil- PATRIOTIC BEADS Join Mrs. alexander from nis- dren’s book, Saving Kate’s SMithtoWn (8-12 years) sequogue apiaries on a fascinat- Flowers. Join Kate in her mission Wed., May 23, 4:30-5:15 p.m. ing journey through the honey to save the garden flowers from Get ready for Memorial Day bee hive. Learn how to be a bee- dying before winter and learn all with a fun and fashionable way keeper, try on real beekeeper’s about the difference between to show your american pride. equipment and taste two differ- perennial and annual flowers. create your own beaded ameri- ent kinds of honey from different copies of the book will be avail- can Flag pins perfect for wearing flower sources. a special travel- able for purchase and signing. or handing out during your Me- ing hive will provide an up close morial Day festivities. view of honey bees hard at work. continued on following page

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Library Programs continued from page 65 Wed., May 23, 3-3:45 p.m. Nursery Rhyme Time YOUNG AT ART Different crafts encourage chil- (birth-35 months w/adult) neSconSet dren’s eye-hand coordination SMithtoWn (12-30 month w/adult) and gross and fine motor skills Saturdays, May 26, June 2 thurs., May 24, 10-10:45 a.m. development as they explore a 10-10:30 a.m. Or 11:15 a.m.-12 noon. variety of materials; includes sto- neSconSet explore and discover art with rytime. Dress to make a mess. Fri., May 18, Sat., May 19 your toddler through hands-on 10-10:30 a.m. ArtSpace activities and fine motor fun. Call for additional dates SMithtoWn (8-12 years) each child will take home their and times. thurs., May 17, 4:30-5:15 p.m. own masterpiece. Dress to make enjoy a traditional time of Call for additional dates a mess. nursery rhymes and songs for and times. baby. Siblings are welcome. LOL STORYTIME this program encourages chil- SMithtoWn (5-7 years) dren to explore their creativity by thurs., May 24, 4:30-5 p.m. experimenting with a variety of Listen to funny stories and artistic styles and mediums. jokes that will surely have you Creation Station laughing out loud. (Families w/children under 12) BABY’S FIRST STORYTIME SMithtoWn neSconSet Saturdays, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (Birth-11 months w/adult) come to the Library during Fri., May 25, 10:30-11:15 a.m. these hours and complete some Pajama Storytime introduce your little one to the cool crafts. SMithtoWn (3-6 years w/adult) Library. enjoy simple songs, fin- Hip Hop Tots Wed., May 30, 7-7:30 p.m. gerplays and stories, just for neSconSet (2-4 years w/adult) Call for additional dates baby. Stay and play afterwards Monday, May 21, 10:30-11 a.m. and times. and meet your neighbors. come get jiggy with your little Want to come to the Library in FLUTTERBY BUTTERFLY one through creative movement, your pajamas? enjoy some sto- neSconSet (3-5 years w/adult) dance and music. Dance and ries and songs and bring a fa- Wed., May 30, 2:30-3:15 p.m. bounce along to adorable hip vorite stuffed animal if you’d like. Flutter down to the Library for hop beats, favorite sing-alongs Siblings are welcome. crafts, stories and movement ac- and use creative props to get Terrific Threes tivities that will transform you moving. SMithtoWn into a beautiful butterfly. Homework Help (36-47 months w/adult) ZOO ANIMAL FUN neSconSet (6-10 years) thurs., May 24, 10-10:45 a.m. SMithtoWn (3-5 years w/adult) thurs., May 17, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Call for additional dates thurs., May 31, 2:30-3:15 p.m. Let qualified teen volunteers and times hear fun stories about zebras, help you with homework, study- enjoy free play, stories, crafts giraffes, monkeys and more in ing and projects. Bring your and circle time. Siblings are this fun story and craft program work to the Library and leave welcome. devoted entirely to zoo animals. feeling accomplished. registra- Time for Twos tion is required for each individ- BUGGIN’ SMithtoWn (24-35 months ual date. Please indicate which neSconSet (2-4 years w/adult) w/adult) date(s) you wish to attend when Friday, June 1, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Fri., May 25, 10-10:45 a.m. registering. Bug out with books and art neSconSet projects that will make you LEGO League (24-35 months w/adult) creep, crawl and do the beetle SMithtoWn (5-12 years) thurs., May 17, 11-11:45 a.m.. bop. Sat., May 26, 3-3:45 p.m. Call for additional dates Fri., June 1, 7-7:45 p.m. and times ONGOING PROGRAMS Do you enjoy building things? Build social skills in a relaxed, Using LeGoS and your imagina- friendly environment, includes Art Starts tion, you can create and build free play, songs, stories and a SMithtoWn (2-4 years w/adult) many wonderful things. We sup- craft. Siblings are welcome. Call for dates and times. ply the LeGoS. neSconSet (2-4 years w/adult) continued on page 90

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How Designers “Do It” by Natalie Weinstein, allied aSID, IDS

our design firm, in business for over four decades, has a system and an order of things that helps our clients understand the steps and process of creating a well-designed home. Sharing this with you, dear reader, might, hopefully, help you avoid the pitfalls home- owners encounter when doing it on their own. We: • Meet with the client to talk furniture to determine paint to live with – and look at – our about their style and color and wallpaper palette. folly every time we come home! preference, their family dy- • Select and meet at the job site Why is it worth the effort? Your namics, their need to renovate with all subcontractors needed home and its improvement can to properly decorate and of to get real estimates to place bring you dollars down the road course, their budget (You need into the budget proposal. by increasing its value, but more to determine all this before you • create a line by line budget es- importantly, it is a reflection of proceed). timate based on selections. you and sets the tone for your • offer suggestions preliminarily • Shop with clients at sources family’s life together. everyone for space planning, especially best suited to their needs and should and can live in a home in a room that has many op- style. that nurtures and empowers no tions. • order products and services matter what the budget. investing • Give them a homework assign- based on client’s approval. in it is investing in you. So ment to gather pictures of • Pass on designer costs to our whether you choose to have a styles, colors, room settings clients. professional or make the time to that resonate with them. • Set up a timeline for the proj- be your own interior designer, • Send a staff designer to field ect. start by cleaning up the clutter, measure the spaces in the de- and finally, we meet in the getting organized, and doing sign project as well as the fur- space to ensure a clear under- your homework! niture that might remain, and standing of how the project will take pictures – lots of pictures. be managed, executed and com- Editor’s Note: • enter these dimensions into the pleted. Natalie Weinstein is an allied aSID, IDS interior designer, media personality, computer so it is exactly “to it sounds like a lot of work – author, speaker, and president of scale.” if a furniture layout and it is! these steps, and the Natalie Weinstein Design associates, doesn’t work in the scale draw- preparation, in between, is what a full service interior design firm ing, it won’t work in the room ensures a happy client and a (www.natalieweinstein.com). (You can do this exercise, by seamless project, saving time She is also owner of Uniquely Natalie, a quality consignment furniture and hand, on graph paper, but it and money. Designing looks accessory shop in St. James. takes a little practice). easy but many’s the time one Join www.nataliesclub.com for FrEE • Based on client’s input, create mistake can bring on the domino seminars, tips, and discounts. a “look book,” by room, incor- theory. Research and time must For more information about Natalie Weinstein Design associates, porating existing furniture, if be spent to get the desired results call 631-862-6198 or email at any, with suggested items that whether done by the homeowner [email protected]. we research before we actually or a professional. With our busy For more information about Uniquely go shopping. schedules today, we want to look Natalie Quality Consignment, • establish a color scheme, start- for short cuts, but what we don’t call 631-686-5644 or visit www.uniquelynatalie.com ing with area rugs or existing want is to act in haste and have OUR TOWN • MAY 2018 – 69 – NEDViN HOME TEAM of SIGNATuRE PREMIER PROPERTIES SIGNATuRE’S #1 SELLING TEAM

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Get Out and Garden! by June a. Liardi “It is the month of June, the month of leaves and roses when pleasant sights salute the eyes, and pleasant scents the noses.” n.P. WiLLiS this is the time you can get all of your planting done, i think our nice weather is finally here. When planting your annuals, pinch off some flowers and flower buds and the growing tips. this will put more energy into growing roots. to help promote the most and biggest flowers on your annuals, feed them in early summer with a fertilizer soil around the root ball, water swallowtail butterflies so let that has a higher middle number. around the plant, not on the them munch, if you can, or bet- You can do this once or twice a crown. Let the water sink in and ter still, plant extra so you’ll both month for the rest of the season. then backfill with the rest of the have plenty. Make sure to deadhead as soil. Gently firm down the soil once all these caterpillars be- blooms fade. around the plant to get rid of any come butterflies they will need Before planting new perennial spaces in the soil. Keep the some flowers to visit. here are plants, get the garden soil ready plants watered, but do not over some of their favorite flowers: by adding compost and cultivat- water. You can apply a layer of alyssum, carnation, cosmos, ing the soil. When choosing mulch to conserve water. echinacea, foxglove, lobelia, perennials, choose those that are You can mulch the vegetable monarda, nasturtiums, phlox, not in bloom. Water the potted garden too, this will help to keep rudbeckia, sunflower and zinnia. plants prior to planting them and weeds away and keep the mois- So go ahead and feed, and make sure the garden bed is wa- ture in. house, your garden insects. tered too. it is a good idea to Fertilize your container and as everyone can see, the deer plan out exactly where each houseplants regularly as nutri- population in our area is increas- plant will go. Set all the pots in ents are washed away with each ing and as such they are starting place, stand back and make sure watering. to nibble on the plants in our that is the way you will want Keep picking squash, beans front yard. they took care of all them to grow. it is easier than and cucumbers when they are of my tulips this year and did a having to dig any plants up later young and tender and to encour- good job on the day lilies too. on. age the plants to keep produc- Last year they found my Swiss When digging the hole, dig it ing. chard quite appealing. this year i at least twice as wide as the pot, if you have foxgloves bloom- am going to try a few things to this will allow the roots to get ing, collect the seeds, scratch the deter them. i am planting into the loosened soil quicker, soil, and scatter the seeds and marigolds and herbs around the and thus grow better. Dig the lightly cover with soil. the perimeter of the beds. i also have hole as deep as the depth of the seedlings that sprout will be leeks, onions and other strongly pot it came in. blooming next year. scented vegetables. they also do if the plant won’t easily come You can catch the slugs that not like prickly leaves so i will out of its pot, gently tap it on the are eating your hostas with a hol- try squash and cucumbers. i will ground or lay it down sideways lowed out half-cantaloupe. Just let you know how it worked out and gently press around the sides place it near the hosta and check by the end of the season. Good to loosen the soil. You want to it at noon every day, then just luck with your gardens! keep the soil and roots intact as discard the slugs. much as possible. then with as temperatures rise, be on top Editor’s Note: of watering, especially your con- June Liardi, a St. James resident for over your fingers loosen up the roots a 30 years, is a wife and mother of three little. Place the plant in the hole tainer plants. Keep weeding too. sons. June will be writing articles on making sure you don’t set the those big colorful caterpillars gardening, nature related craft projects crown below the soil line. Fill in on your parsley will turn into and family activities.

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The Whales are Back! by Sally Wellinger Many years ago, whales were Humpback whale an important part of Long island and its waters. Sadly, due to over hunting and the water quality affecting food sources, the number of whales dwindled around Long island. Due to conservation efforts, an increase in food sources for whales, and other factors, some whale populations are bouncing back. although it’s exciting that whales are more frequently spotted in the Long island Sound and atlantic ocean near Long island, there is a need safe environment for whales. other whale that is rare to see but to understand the behaviors and even though we have some occasionally spotted around basic needs of these whales and problems to be solved, spotting a Long island. Unlike the minke reassess some ways we use the whale can be exciting. two types whale, the right whale is not waterways. of whales most commonly seen seen often because there are less in the area called the new are the humpback whale and the than 500 left in the atlantic. Sci- York Bight, which is the water in fin whale. they are both whales entists feel that there are so few the nook between the shore of with baleen, so they eat small right whales left that it may be new Jersey, new York city, and fish and plankton. instead of hard for them to recover. Blue the south shore of Long island, teeth, these whales have long whales, sei whales, and sperm there is a dramatic increase in strips of keratin that work like a whales are three other types of whale sightings. as exciting as brush or a strainer to capture whales that are occasionally that seems, there is a problem in large amounts of plankton and spotted off Long island. on rare that the Port of new York is the fish. these whales show up occasions, other types of marine third busiest port in the United where there are schools of small mammals have wandered to the States. Whales can be very fast fish. over the past few years, due Long island shores including for their vast size, but not fast to conservation efforts, there has three beluga whales in 2015 and enough to move away from a been an increase in these fish a killer whale in 2012. large vessel. Sadly last year, there such as herring, menhaden, and the best way to spot a whale were 14 whale deaths on Long other organisms like krill in the is to go on a whale watch cruise. island and most of them were water around Long island. the Gotham Whale starts their whale due to boat strikes. in 2016, fin whale will scoop these fish watch cruises this month in the there were four whale deaths on up and push the water back out new York city area and cReSLi Long island. Fourteen whales do through the baleen, using their will begin their cruises July 1st not seem like many, but most of tongue. the humpback whale out of Montauk. these are not- the whales in waters around uses a different feeding tech- for-profit organizations run by Long island are endangered or nique. two or three humpback scientists, so a great place to critically endangered. it is be- whales will swim in a circular learn about whales. if you see a lieved that there are fewer than motion creating bubbles which distressed or beached whale, call 500 north atlantic Right Whales trap the fish for them to eat, we the atlantic Marine conservation left and last year 15 of these call that a “bubble net.” even Society at 631-317-0030. now is whales were reported dead due though they are often seen the best time to spot a whale, to ship strikes and net entangle- around Long island, both of from late winter through early ments between canada and the these whales are endangered. fall. Happy whale watching! United States. a whale that has one whale that we rarely see Editor’s Note: died can be tricky to dispose but is often around Long island is Sally Wellinger, a St. James resident for also, since they tend to be over the minke whale. these whales over 30 years, is a wife and mother of 30 feet long and weigh over 20 are not endangered, but we do four children. She is a NYS Elementary tons. Scientists and other organi- not see them because they tend teacher certified in PK-6 grade, Biology and General Science grades 7-12 and is zations are working hard to find to hang out in deep water near an outdoor environmental educator. Sally a plan to keep the flow of trans- deep water canyons out past will be writing nature inspired articles portation at our port, but create a Montauk. Right whales are an- each month.

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Here’s a Checklist for Changing Jobs by Scott Posner, CFP, CrPC, a.a.M.S. a few generations ago, it was not uncommon for workers to stick with a single job for their whole careers. But for many of us today, frequent job changes are a fact of life: the average em- ployee tenure is just over four years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. So, assuming you’re going to switch jobs a few times, you’ll want to be prepared. here’s a checklist of things you can do to smooth these transitions and help your financial situation:

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KICKLINE TEAM RECOGNIZED FOR ONGOING SUCCESS...

The Smithtown High School East varsity kickline Whisperettes, along with their coach Sarahbeth Cook and junior varsity coach Michele Marciante, were presented with a proclamation by the office of the Suffolk County Legislator for winning their 20th consecutive national title at Contest of Champions in Orlando, Florida. This past year, the team placed first in small high kick, best in category for small high kick and were asked to do an encore performance for small high kick. Photo courtesy of Smithtown Central School District

MILLS POND STUDENTS SWEATING FOR A CAUSE...

Fourth- and fifth-graders in the Cares Club at Mills Pond Elementary School worked up quite a sweat for a charitable cause on April 12, 2018. The students, along with club ad- visers and teacher volunteers, participated in a boot camp fundraiser to benefit the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. In total, approximately 30 students were involved in the event, which required a donation of at least $5 to participate. In addition to raising awareness about the disease, the students garnered close to $700 in pledges. The gym- nasium was set up in different stations, and students ro- tated throughout, doing sit-ups, planks, push-ups, relay races and jumping jacks in small groups. Photo courtesy of Smithtown Central School District

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SMITHTOWN STUDENTS IMMERSE IN A DAY OF AWARENESS... Holocaust survivor Werner Reich (center) spoke to Smithtown Cen- tral District 10th-graders during the annual Holocaust Remem- brance and Genocide Awareness Day on April 12, 2018. The students immersed themselves in the study of what happened during the Holocaust, the Cambodia genocide, the Rwandan genocide and what is currently happening to the Rohingya in Myanmar. Photo courtesy of Smithtown Central School District

MECHANICAL BULLS RIDE ALL THE WAY TO TOP...

Smithtown Central School District’s robotic team, the Mechanical Bulls (Team #810), won the FIRST Robotics Long Island Regional competition at Hofstra University on April 14, 2018. The team also won the Chairman’s Award, which involved submitting a paper, doing a presentation, answering questions from the executives of FIRST while at competitions and doing community outreach. The Mechanical Bulls are the fifth team (out of more than 7,200 teams) in the 25-year history of FIRST to ever win three blue banners at one regional event. Photo courtesy of Smithtown Central School District

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Stress Reactions and Stress Fractures ... What Are They? by Dr. Hope Miller no recovery time in between stress reaction, so bone scans or this past Saturday afternoon there can be a price to pay. the MRis are the way to go. while Dr. Marc and i were con- body won’t have enough time to Now what? templating a nap, he received fix the damage we have created Unfortunately, the most suc- MRi results for one of his and this sets the stage for cessful treatment of stress reac- teenage patients. i sat and lis- (amongst other things) a stress re- tions is to stop the offending tened to him explain to the pa- action in a bone. consider a activity completely for anywhere tient (and his dad) that a stress stress reaction to be a bone from 4-12 weeks. alternative ex- reaction was present in one of strain. We can strain muscles ercise can be utilized, such as the bones of the lower leg. De- and we can strain bones. the swimming, pool running or sta- livering this news is not easy for muscle strain is usually the pre tionary cycling-just as long as it us as health care providers, but it cursor to a tear, the bone strain doesn’t recreate pain in the area is even more difficult for our pa- (or stress response) is the pre cur- of complaint. even more impor- tients to accept. Ultimately it sor to a stress fracture. tantly, a thorough evaluation of means that they have to stop How will I know? the athlete’s training techniques doing what they love to do until the ideal conditions include: should be performed to elimi- the bone is healed. needless to recently starting a sport or signif- nate the error that caused the say, this month’s article is about icantly increasing the training in- problem in the first place. if you stress reactions / stress fractures tensity of your usual sport. Stress or someone you know is suffer- and the confusion that surrounds reactions are most common in ing from pain and can’t do things the definitions of these condi- the lower extremities because they like to do, please let us help tions. most sports or the associate train- you figure it all out. it’s what we First, a quick and simple ex- ing involves running. You won’t do best- planation of how the body know why you hurt or how it works. When we go out and run happened, just that the shin or Editor’s note: around and do stuff, we are con- knee or hip pain has been there Dr. Hope M. Miller is co-owner of true Sport Care, the most advanced sports in- stantly creating little injuries infor weeks or even months. You jury and rehabilitation practice on Long side of us. We don’t necessarily feel better with rest and worse Island. She holds a diplomate of the feel them and the body is con- with repetitive activity. Some- american Chiropractic Board of Sports stantly repairing them. it’s usu- times you can even press on it Physicians and has been practicing in the St. James/Nesconset areas since 2004. ally pretty efficient at this and and make it hurt. if your im- true Sport Care is located at 62 Lake av- repairs us faster than we re-in- provement with treatment enue South in Nesconset. You can call jure ourselves. hoWeVeR: there doesn’t happen as quickly as them at 631-584-trUE (8783). Please are situations where the body we’d like, we’ll send you out for refer to truesportcare.com, their youtube just can’t keep up. When we some diagnostics. x-rays aren’t channel, or follow them on Facebook or Instagram for any additional information. train too hard for too long with the first choice to diagnose a

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STORYBOOK CHARACTERS COME TO LIFE IN ST. JAMES... Dozens of classic nursery rhyme characters came to life on stage at St. James Elementary on March 28 as the kindergarten students presented “An Adventure in Mother Goose Land.” The kindergartners performed first for the school, with an encore show for family and friends. Photo courtesy of Smithtown Central School District

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Address Your Hearing Health for National Men’s Health Week by William Kent youthful-minded men should this year, national Men’s know: heath Week runs from June 11-17. hearing health affects a 1. they’re virtually invisible. man’s lifestyle, and if he wants to Many of today’s hearing in- stay active, feel younger and re- struments sit discreetly and main socially and professionally comfortably inside your ear engaged, he should address canal, providing both natural any hearing loss he may be sound quality, and discreet experiencing. and easy use. Studies show that men who address their hearing loss with 2. they automatically adjust to the use of hearing instruments or use them. all kinds of soundscapes. other appropriate treatment, in recent years, considerable Whether it’s the rustling of most often improve their quality information has emerged on the sheets and whispers on the of life because it helps them link between hearing loss and pillow that you’re after, easy maintain a more engaged, active several common chronic dis- conversation in a crowded lifestyle at both work and home. eases that men suffer – including restaurant, or the chirp of Fortunately, the vast majority of heart disease, diabetes, chronic crickets on a late summer’s people with hearing loss can kidney disease, alzheimer’s dis- evening, recent technological benefit from hearing instruments. ease and depression. While re- advances have made hearing in fact, eight out of ten hearing search is still needed to fully instruments far more versatile instrument users say they’re satis- understand the association be- that ever before and in a fied with the changes that have tween hearing loss and these ill- broad range of sound environ- occurred in their lives specifi- nesses, this relatively new ments. cally due to their hearing instru- information makes it all the more ments. important that men take a hear- 3. You can do water sports and For decades, research has ing check Up and include hear- sweat while wearing them. shown an association between ing health as part of their routine Water resistant digital instru- unaddressed hearing loss and a medical care. ments have arrived. this new whole range of physical, mental Men are reminded that there feature is built into some and emotional conditions – from are simple things they can do to newly designed hearing instru- depression, anxiety, and strained protect their hearing. Listening to ments for those concerned relationships to cognitive de- smartphones and MP3 players about water, humidity and cline, difficulty learning new only at a low volume, and wear- dust. this feature suits the ac- tasks, and even failing grades. a ing earplugs in noisy environ- tive lifestyles of swimmers, national Better hearing institute ments like sporting events, clubs, skiers, snowboarders, inten- study, in fact, uncovered income concerts, or when using power sive sports enthusiasts, and loss as an under-recognized con- tools and riding motorcycles are anyone working in dusty, de- sequence of leaving hearing loss examples. manding environments. unaddressed. People with un- treated hearing loss, the study A Technological Transformation 4. they love iPhones, Smart- found, lose as much as $30,000 Many men enjoy and keep phones, home entertainment in income annually, depending pace with the latest in consumer systems, and other prized on their degree of loss. electronics. it’s surprising, then, electronics. Wireless, digital But the use of hearing instru- to find that so many men are not hearing aids are now the ments was found to reduce the fully aware of the technological norm. that means seamless risk of income loss dramati- revolution that has occurred in connectivity-directly into your cally – by 90-100 % for those the hearing aid marketplace in hearing instruments at vol- with milder hearing loss, and the past few years. Unfortu- umes that are just right for from 65-77% for those whose nately, the lack of awareness of you, from your smartphone, hearing loss was severe to mod- recent advances holds many iPod, television, and other erate. the study also found that back from dealing with their beloved high-tech gadgets. people with severe hearing loss hearing health. What’s more, you own the who do use hearing instruments here are four little-known volume. no one around you are twice as likely to be em- facts about today’s modern hear- needs to be affected. ployed as their peers who don’t ing instruments that active, continued on page 95

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Peroneal Tendinopathy by rich Greco, Pt, atC, CSCS more on the outside of the foot overuse injuries in sports ac- (supination), the peroneal mus- count for 50% of all injuries. a cles have to work harder to stabi- majority of overuse injuries lize the force of gravity with occur in active people with 20% weight-bearing activities. Proper of injuries affecting the lower footwear or orthotics can help leg. with proper foot alignment. Peroneal tendinopathy is a Peroneal tendinopathy will type of overuse injury that often usually worsen with activity, occurs in athletes, like long-dis- such as running or walking and tance runners and basketball improve with rest. it is an over- players. Dancers, people who and stabilize the foot and ankle. use injury, meaning the tendons have had ankle sprains, or those Most ankle sprains occur as a re- can become enlarged, thickened, who simply have weak ankles sult of the ankle rolling inward. and possibly swollen. are also often affected one reason for this is that the the peroneus longus muscle peroneal muscles and tendons Symptoms originates on the fibula bone, are not as strong as the muscles • an aching pain on the outside which is located on the outside on the inside of the ankle. if of the ankle, especially with of the lower leg. it wraps around these muscles are weak, they activity the bone on the outside of the may not be able to prevent the • Lateral (outside) ankle pain ankle (the lateral malleolus), re- ankle from rolling inward. these that decreases with rest sponsible for moving the foot in muscles and tendons can also be • Swelling or tenderness to an outward direction, and point- overworked if the foot isn’t hit- touch behind the ankle bone ing the toe and foot downward. ting the ground in proper align- on the outside of the ankle together, they help to balance ment. if the foot hits the ground continued on page 86

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Peroneal Tendinopathy continued from page 84 heal. ice, ice massage, or moist grass, sand, gravel, or trails re- • Pain and weakness when ac- heat may be used for pain man- quires significant ankle strength tively moving the foot in an agement. therapeutic modalities, to avoid unnecessary stress on outward direction or when such as iontophoresis (medica- the ankle. You will be taught how pointing it down tion delivered through an electri- to perform resistance exercises • Pain when pushing off the ball cally charged patch) and with bands, weights, or medicine of the foot during walking or ultrasound may be applied. balls to strengthen the muscles in running the ankle, foot and lower leg. • Pain when walking on a sloped Manual Therapy. terrain that turns the foot out- Your Pt will use manual ther- Functional Training. ward apy (hands-on) techniques to as your symptoms improve, • Pain when stretching the foot gently mobilize the joints in your you will return to your previous in an inward and downward foot, ankle, and lower leg. Soft- level of activity and sport. Sport- direction tissue mobilizations may also be specific exercises will simulate performed to loosen any tight- certain activities. You may per- Treatment ness, increase circulation, and form single-leg balance exercises it is important to get proper relieve pain and swelling. or train on uneven surfaces to treatment for peroneal challenge the muscles that bal- tendinopathy as soon as it oc- Range-of-Motion Exercises. ance and stabilize the ankle. You curs. a degenerated tendon that You will learn exercises to will receive an individual home- is not treated can begin to tear, help the ankle, foot, and toes to exercise program to perform after causing a more serious condi- move properly, in order to nor- formal therapy has ended, to tion. With an early diagnosis, malize your gait pattern when continue building your ankle and physical therapy can successfully walking or running. Stretching foot strength. treat peroneal tendinopathy. Your exercises will help ease any note: the following information was pro- physical therapist will develop a tightness in the calf muscles and vided by the american Physical therapy treatment plan specific to your the tissues in the bottom of the association. condition and goals. Your indi- foot. Editor’s Note: vidual treatment program may richard Greco, Pt, atC, CSCS, is a St. include: Strengthening Exercises. James resident and the Director of Greco You will learn which muscle Physical therapy / Motion Pt Group located at 430-7 North Country road in St. Pain Management. groups require strengthening to James. For more information regarding You will learn how to identify enable you to return to walking peroneal tendinopathy or any orthope- and avoid painful movements, or running without pain. navi- dic/sports injury contact him at his office allowing the inflamed tendon to gating uneven surfaces, such as at 631-686-6600.

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Ask Ron Villano Dear ron, Dear torn, My brother and sister-in-law Divorce has the same effect as are divorcing after 16 years of dropping a large rock in a calm marriage. During the past 20 body of water... there will be a bag years of their relationship, my splash near the area of direct con- sister-in-law and I have devel- tact and there will also be a ripple oped a very close friendship. effect that reaches far and wide. Now that his marriage is end- Unfortunately, this may be one of ing, my brother has asked my those situations that may take time other siblings and I to distance to fall into place. try to be empa- Ron villano, M.S., LMHC, ourselves from his ex-wife. I thetic to your brother as his pain is ASAC, CCH is the leading find this request to be com- likely raw and deep. however, i do expert in working through pletely unreasonable. He agree that your relationship with change. As a father who lost his brought her into our lives and your sister-in-law deserves to be 17-year old son in an auto acci- asked us to make her a part of preserved as you see fit. Some dent, he always speaks from the things may have to change. Ulti- heart. As a licensed mental the family and we did so hap- health counselor, he guides oth- pily and successfully. Now – he mately, your brother is your family ers on how to work through wants to take it all away. I love and should have priority over your difficult times. As a national my brother very much and I sister-in-law when it comes to gen- speaker and author of The Zing, want him to feel supported by eral family events. You may have to Ron has appeared on Tv and me, however, I also want the settle for an independent relation- radio throughout the world. He freedom to honor my existing ship with your sister-in-law that ex- will help you to Embrace the friendship with my sister-in-law ists separately from the rest of the Power of Change in your per- without repercussions. What do family. i would lay low and take a sonal and professional life. you think? – torn continued on page 95

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A Hometown Wedding in St. James Brittney Lyn Vallarella, of St. couple used all St. James / Smith- James and Ryan David o’toole of town area vendors for everything hauppauge exchanged marriage in the wedding to make it a truly vows at Sts. Phillip and James “local” wedding. this was impor- Roman catholic church on Satur- tant to the couple as the St. James day, november 11, 2017. a wed- community has been such an im- ding reception was held at portant part of their support sys- Whisper Vineyards in St. James. tem and lives for the past five Brittney, the daughter of chris years as they worked here, raised and nancy Vallarella of nisse- their growing family here, and had quogue, attended Smithtown hS their son attend school here in St. east class of 2010 and Dowling James. college where she studied avia- the wedding party included tion Management. She currently siblings, friends, and their son works for Zeldin for congress christopher as the ring bearer. (congressional campaign/freelance Maid of honor was the bride’s sis- work). ter Samantha Vallarella of St. Ryan, son of Beverly o’toole James and the Best Man was Scott and Dave o’toole of hauppauge, thornton of hauppauge. attended hauppauge hS class of they recently found out that 2007 and Marist college where he they would be leaving St. James to studied communications. he is move to the hudson Valley/town currently a Postmaster for the US of Saugerties, nY with the news of Postal Service. Ryan’s job promotion to Postmas- the wedding was an intimate, ter. casual affair that was unique and they will honeymoon on their all about the couple’s life in St. first anniversary in ireland. James / Smithtown – a day they “Brittney and Ryan are sad to will never forget! the wedding leave St. James but want to say photos were taken at Deepwells “thanks St. James for the and the St. James General Store, memories.” the location of their first date. the Brittney and Ryan O’Toole Soul Brew: An urban, funky and cozy coffee shop and eatery! BREAKFAST & LUNCH Served Daily ‘til 4 PM • Dine In or Take Out • • Specialty Coffees & Teas • Crumb Cake Latte • Homemade Pastries • Custom Egg Sandwich TRIVIA NIGHT 7:30 PM Tuesday • OPEN MIC NIGHT Thursday LIVE MUSIC - 7-10 PM Thursday, Friday & Saturday Happy In the 556-18 Route 25A, St. James, NY, 11780 Green Hills 631-250-9238 Shopping Father’s Day Visit us @ facebook.com/soulbrewstjames Center OUR TOWN • MAY 2018 – 93 – celebrATing A CELEBRATIONS birThdAY? New Arrival

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A Good Friend Gone – Elsa Daley (1938-2018) by Natalie Weinstein to see the paperwork. She also needed to read her i met elsa over 30 years daily newspaper. She would show me the headline on ago when she came to my a back page when one of our clients was in the press firm as a “bookkeeper,” a and bring me the obituary page when one of our word that isn’t in great clients passed. We’d look at the obituary page to- fashion today. My hus- gether, commiserate, announce that neither one of us band, Bernie had hired her was on it and begin our day. i would quip that when to handle the “books” for it was our time, i would have to go before her, because his construction company, if i didn’t, i would be in a mess without her. cabinet shop and my de- elsa had my back and i am going to be in a mess sign firm, after my Mom re- without her – but not for the reasons of finance. We tired to Florida. Like my will work that out eventually, but just because we are Mom, elsa was “old without her. We were a couple of “elder statesmen” if school.” She not only kept you will, in our office – an office of wonderful women the books, she kept the – some with me a short time, some a long time – but wolves at bay when money not as long and not as personal as elsa. She was our Elsa DaleyM was tight and we were matriarch – the pictures of her children, grandchildren struggling. and she kept us and great grandchildren on her desk along with all of going through trials and tribulations, through births us – her work family. When elsa said “good-night” and and deaths in our family and through long and short have a good weekend” last Friday, we thought Mon- illnesses. day would come in the usual way. But nothing has elsa and i grew “old-er” together. We spent more been usual this week in our office. We are all mourn- time with one another than most married couples and ing our loss and the phone calls keep coming and after Sonny died and then Bernie, we developed a coming as people are learning of elsa’s passing and closer relationship at work. We were two very differ- the sadness spreads. ent women with much in common. She, like me, did not have her family nearby, yet she Until the past few years when elsa’s illnesses sent created a full life – with her church, her homemakers her to doctor’s visits more often, she never missed a group, her bowling friends and others over the years day of work. and work she did, often handling more and was looking forward to a class reunion. She loved than my companies, but also my personal finances as and lived with her christmas villages, an astounding well as my Dad’s until he passed away. She knew number, and we would tease her that by the time she more about me than anyone and she told no one – put them up and finally took them down, it was christ- sometimes, not even me! She was my protector – my mas again! She knitted to pass the time and made me confidant and my friend. She embodied, as an em- the only shawl i could comfortably keep around me ployee, qualities that are often out of fashion today – after i was injured in an automobile accident several honesty, integrity, and loyalty. She worked among years ago. She came to my house every day after women, who amazingly and luckily for me, possessed work, then, to assure me that we still had a company! these same qualities and we were our own family – She had heart – but she didn’t wear it on her sleeve. very different people who worked together, laughed She was tough and stubborn. She was a survivor. together, shared birthdays together and helped one When she asked for help – you knew she really another get through the highs and lows of business. needed it – because she almost never asked. elsa knew everyone – every vendor, every client, as i shared some private moments with my dear every bank person, every person connected with our Sheila, our office manager, and so much more, we businesses, as well as most everyone in my personal talked about how we will replace elsa and we both life – from relatives to rabbis. She was the face and agreed that we can’t. Perhaps a service – perhaps part voice of a company which had staying power – and a time help with more technology – but we know there good name. She kept apart in her small office and was will never be another elsa – not for our staff and cer- the go-to person when you needed to remember – tainly, not for me. (and couldn’t!). She remembered the phone number, elsa – my dear co-worker and friend – i will surely the name, the business, the paperwork that you forgot miss you – for all of our years together – for your stub- from years past. her old rolodexes were infamous in bornness and independence – for your sense of humor the office. She could find almost anything in them and and for always finding a way for us to go on. We both no one else could! the same was true of clients’ fold- agreed we would never retire – that “they” would roll ers or a lost bill. us out one day having passed on at our desks. You She was old school and balked at using a computer, spared me that – but we all needed you a little while but she learned how to use Quick Books and brought longer, and we will miss you terribly. Rest well, my us into the tech age – somewhat. She, like me, needed friend and take our love with you. –nataLie

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A Dedication to Johanna deLeyer

Dear Mom, I want to say so many things Your many special traits I don’t know how to start Will always be I want to capture and describe in my heart combined The feeling of my heart, In such a way that You But words are so inadequate A Special Mom Define To tell you how I feel Your warmth, caring and happiness Just let me suffice to say Are the traits I’m proudest of My love for you is something My future brightens through the I will always feel. Fine example of YOuR LOve/

With aLL MY LoVe Johanna deLeyer with granddaughter anna MaRie Johanna deLeyer-Gatten

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note: Smithtown Hearing Health Hear the DifferenceSM is a registered Historical Society continued from page 80 service mark of Long island hearing, inc. to be informed healthcare Editor’s Note: continued from page 50 consumers, men need to realize William Kent is the Director of Long Is- land Hearing, an audiology and Hearing TALES FOR TOTS that today’s state-of-the-art hearing instruments are highly effec- Instrument Dispensing Practice. With of- 631-360-2480 fices in Nassau and Suffolk County they tive, sleek, and sophisticated can be reached at 1.800-698-5200 for Smithtown Historical Society’s wearable electronics that can more information and to schedule a com- Roseneath Cottage help them stay actively con- plimentary consultation. 239 Middle Country Road nected, not only to life, but also Smithtown to their other prized electronics, Ask Ron Villano FREE from smartphone to home enter- Storytime for children 3-5 tainment systems. continued from page 88 years with caregiver. 2nd Friday today’s hearing instruments back seat for a bit. Let all parties of each month at 11 a.m. make it quite simple for young, cool down and find their rhythm. Discover a new theme through middle age or older men who You’ll know when it’s your turn reading each month. Register by have hearing loss to better their to put your needs out there. calling the Main Branch of the lives thru ‘selective’ amplifica- Editor’s Note: Smithtown Library - tion. Usually the only one that ron villano, M.S., LMHC, aSaC, CCH, is 631-360-2480. the founder and director of Family & Per- knows that you’re wearing them sonal Counseling, located at 872 Middle June 8 - tools is you. our advice, very simple, Country road in St. James. He is an au- July 13- BBQ schedule a hearing test, (most thor of the book the Zing, has appeared health insurance covers annual on national tv, along with daily appear- august 10 - hearing test in full or little out of ances on the verizon FiOS1 network. Camping With offices in St. James, Bohemia, East pocket expense) and speak to Islip, Levittown and Middle village and a September 14 - your hearing healthcare profes- staff of 20 therapists from all back- traveling sional for direction. Begin to grounds – Family & Personal Counseling october 12 - “hear the DifferenceSM.” Sched- addresses individual and family concerns of all ages. For additional information call Halloween ule your hearing test now rather 631-758-8290 or visit www.Familyand- november 9 - thanksgiving than later, it may change your PersonalCounseling.com and life forever. www.ronvillano.com to listen to his fea- December 14 - Snow tured interviews.

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Anastasia Abramoski at St. Patricks R.c. church. Mrs. carnevale’s funeral arrangements were profes- anastasia abramoski, of sionally supervised by the Maher family and staff of Lake Grove, nY, passed St. James Funeral home. away on april 10, 2018 at the age of 92. She was the beloved wife of the late Stanley J. Czwartacki Lawrence. cherished mother Stanley J. czwartacki, of of Janet (Steve) Micallef, Mt. Sinai, nY formerly of Lawrence (Maureen), Ginny nesconset, nY, passed away (Stephen) Baresich, and Ray- on april 2, 2018 at the age of mond (Maria). Loving great 72. Proud navy Veteran. Past grandmother of cynthia Grand Knight holy Mother of (Steve) Dente, Stephen, Anastasia Abramoski Mary council Kofc. Beloved Karen, christina, Daniel (Lau- husband of Michele. Loving ren), thomas, Kristin, corinne, alesandra, tanner and father of John and Denise great grandmother of ellie, owen, and alice. She is (Derek) Vibal. cherished survived by many other family members and friends. grandfather of Samuel, a Funeral Mass was celebrated at assumption of the nicholas, Gracie, caleb Blessed Virgin Mary R.c. church, centereach, nY. in- John, christian and henry. terment followed at Queen of all Saints cemetery, Dear brother of Gerry ander- central islip, nY. sen, Robert, Stephen & Stanley J. Czwartacki arrangements were entrusted to the professional charles Speelman. he is sur- care of the Branch Funeral home of Smithtown and vived by many other family members and friends. the Vigliante family. a Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Louis de Mont- fort R.c. church. interment followed with Military Lisa J. Bethel honors at St. charles cemetery. Lisa J. Bethel, of Boyds, MD, formerly of nisse- arrangements were entrusted to the professional quogue, nY, died suddenly after a brief illness on april care of the Branch Funeral home of Miller Place and 7, 2018 at the age of 47. the Vigliante family. Lisa was a Lead associate with Booze-allen-hamil- ton in Washington, Dc. She grew up in nissequogue and attended St. James elementary, nesaquake Middle Rose T. Maxwell School and the Knox School and graduated from Rose t. Maxwell, of Ridge, american University. She was the loving mother of nY passed away peacefully Samantha and Scott and devoted wife of David Fraser. on april 12, 2018 at the age She leaves behind her beloved twin sister Suzanne of 92. She was the beloved Bethel of alexandria, Va and her parents alice and wife of Francis. cherished John Bethel of nissequogue. mother of Kenneth (Rose- a Memorial Gathering was held on May 12, 2018. mary), John (Maria), Robert arrangements were entrusted to the professional care (anita), the late Joann (John) of hawkins & Davis Funeral home. hughes and the late Francis. Loving grandmother of Giuseppina Carnevale Stephanie (Mario), nicholas (amanda), christopher, tim- Giuseppina carnevale, of othy (chrissy), Kathryn, nesconset, nY, passed away Rose T. Maxwell James, erin, Bailey, Joann on January 31, 2018 at age and Paul and great grandmother of Gavin, Mario and 90. She was the beloved wife Jacob. Dear brother of theresa (the late Peter and of Giuseppe. She was the Michael (Linda). loving mother of Marisa, elia a religious service was celebrated at the Branch Fu- and Patricia. She was a cher- neral home of Miller Place. interment followed at ished grandmother of ann- holy Rood cemetery in Westbury, nY Marie, Dianna, angela, arrangements were entrusted to the professional natalie, Frank, David and care of the Branch Funeral home of Miller Place and Daniel. She was the great the Vigliante family. grandmother of amber, Scar- lett, alexis, ava and alanna. a Funeral Mass was held Giuseppina Carnevale

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Leona Peters Gertrude Smith Retnauer Leona Peters, long- Gertrude Smith Retnauer, 85, of time resident of Smith- chesapeake, Va and formerly of town, nY, passed away Smithtown, nY, passed away on peacefully on april 13, March 20, 2018. She was the 2018 at the age of 90. widow of the late Robert S. Ret- Beloved mother of nauer, Sr. of Smithtown, nY. Mrs. Peter (Donna) nugent. Retnauer was born in West haven, Loving grandmother of ct, the daughter of the late Made- Leo. She is survived by line and clarence Smith of ham- many other family den, ct. Survivors include her sons members and friends. Robert S. Retnauer, Jr. and wife a Funeral Mass was carla of St. James, nY and thomas celebrated at St. Leona Peters R. Retnauer and wife Mindy of Patrick’s R.c. church, chesapeake, Va. She is also sur- Smithtown. interment followed at Smithtown vived by two grandchildren, Blair Gertrude Smith cemetery. Retnauer of chesapeake, Va and Retnauer arrangements were entrusted to the profes- PFc Robert S. Retnauer iii, USMc of St. James. sional care of the Branch Funeral home of Mrs. Retnauer was a graduate of Simmons college, Smithtown and the Vigliante family. Boston, Ma. She was employed by St. John’s episcopal hospital (now St. catherine of Sienna Medical center), Smith- Philomena Pucci town, nY for many years. a funeral service was held on Saturday, april 7, 2018 at Philomena Pucci, of Fives Funeral home, Smithtown, nY followed by interment St. James, nY, passed at in Memorium cemetery, Wallingford, ct. away on april 13, 2018 at the age of 89. She was the beloved wife Rosemarie Vastola of the late Pasquale. Rosemarie Vastola, of St. James, cherished mother of nY, passed peacefully on april 9, camille (Peter) ehren- 2018 at the age of 85. She was the berg and Mark (tara). beloved wife of the late John. Loving grandmother of cherished mother of helen (David) hannah, Zoe, Jack and Berube, charla (Dan) Doherty, Dia Julia. Dear sister of (Michael) Gee, crista (andy) Zena (the late Louis) Philomena Pucci oppemheim and the late Donna. Romanzi and the late Fred (the late Virginia) Loving grandmother of tyler, Zach- Diglio. She is survived by many other family ery, Jensen, xander taylor, Paige, members and friends. christian, Sophia and Grace and a Funeral Mass was celebrated at St. Patrick’s great grandmother of Sebastian R.c. church, Smithtown, nY. interment fol- and Luna. She is survived by many Rosemarie vastola lowed at St. charles cemetery, Farmingdale, nY. other family members and friends. arrangements were entrusted to the profes- a Funeral Mass was celebrated at Sts. Philip & James R.c. sional care of the Branch Funeral home of church, St. James, nY. interment followed at St. charles Smithtown and the Vigliante family. cemetery. arrangements were entrusted to the professional care of the Branch Funeral home of Smithtown and the Vigliante family.

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The following is a list of advertisers who can be found in this issue of Our Town • St. James ArCHItECtS DANCE HEALtH / FItNESS Enspire Design Group Chorus Line Dance Studio Adaptive Clothes Michael Morbillo Classes | Camp 516-606-2154 273 Lake avenue 380 Lake avenue 631-471-9500 631-584-7575 Anne Marie Lisa Certified Nutritional Counselor Art & ANtIqUES tJE Dance Force 631-525-1045 the Atelier at Flowerfield Classes | Camp 2 Flowerfield - suite 15 556 north country road Family & Personal Counseling, 631-250-9009 631-584-6888 Hypnosis and Weight Loss 872 Middle country road robert Hall Fine Art ENtErtAINMENt / EvENtS 631-758-8290 631-965-0724 Community Association www.roberthallFineart.com of Greater St. James - Greco Physical therapy Public Meeting & Membership drive & Sports Performance Studio 455 Monday, June 18, 7 p.m. 430-7 north country road 455 Lake avenue st. James elementary school. 631-686-6600 631-862-6198 [email protected] Jared Caspe Physical therapy AttorNEY 2018 Gallery North Garden Party Gala grand opening June 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Joseph A. Bollhofer, Esq. Honoring Fred Badalamenti, in new york sports club 291 Lake avenue Doug Dahlgard & Roberta Day Dahlgard 5 Browns road, nesconset 631-584-0100, Fax: 631-584-2304 90 north country road, setauket 631-656-9480 June 2, 3-7 p.m. - 631-751-2676 AUDIoLoGY Light Awakenings Long Island Hearing, Inc. Seiskaya Ballet’s 2018 besFi benefit Meditation and Beyond 55 southern Blvd., nesconset “Don Quixote” 631-724-9733 631-972-5211, 1-800-698-5200 June 8, 7 p.m.; June 9, 2 p.m. staller center, stony Brook Medical Arts radiology AUtoMotIvE 631-584-0192 267 east Main st., smithtown repair/Parts / Gas 631-982-1570 St. James Automotive Center Save the Main Fire House 23 technology dr., east setauket 525 north country road vote - June 19, 2018 631-689-7300 631-584-5798 221 Jefferson avenue - sub-station st. James Shaolin Self Defense Centers BAKErY Uncle Daddy’s at long beach 556-08 north country road Alpine Pastry Shoppe May 26, Common Ground, 6 p.m. 631-617-5148 59 route 111, smithtown May 27, Miles to Dayton 631-265-5610 631-278-0710 HoME IMProvEMENt Autonomousdesign BANK ExtErMINAtING 22 stonegate roslyn Savings Bank Scientific Exterminating 631-724-7726 556 north country road 599 Lake avenue 631-862-4200 631-265-5252, Fax: 631-862-7272 CAPo Design Build 30 Lake avenue south, nesconset BEAUtY FINANCIAL 631-250-9200 Pat’s Place Hair Salon Branch Financial Services 230 Lake avenue Harlan J. Fischer, President Debus Painting & Wallpapering 631-862-7023, 631-584-9644 50 route 111, smithtown 631-862-7924 631-979-6000 CHIroPrACtorS Inside-out Kitchens, Baths & More Dr. Linda M.Bocchichio Edward Jones Investments 367a Lake avenue 105 Lake avenue south, nesconset scott Posner, CFP 631-584-5312, 631-942-9636 631-979-9854 542 north country road 631-862-2020 Morecraft Construction Chiropractic Healthcare of St. James 631-584-7010 dr. Gregory r. thomaier FUNErAL HoMES 338 Lake avenue Branch Funeral Homes P. DeBlasio Builders 631-584-8100 190 e. Main street, smithtown 273 Lake avenue 631-724-9500 631-584-5500 Express Family Wellness dr. Gary dibenedetto Hawkins & Davis Funeral Home Property Master Home Inspections 320 Lake avenue - Walk -ins 17 Manor road, smithtown cell: 516-380-0727 631-265-1810 true Sport Care, LLC Scotty’s Masonry 62 Lake avenue south, nesconset St. James Funeral Home 631-265-4398, 631-872-1076 631-584-true (8783) 829 Middle country road 631-584-5200 Strike Force Fire Flood restoration & Cleanup 1-800-654-0114

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vazac Contracting r.J.K. Gardens, Inc. Maria orlandi 333 First avenue - suite 1 631-862-7056 Douglas Elliman real Estate 631-584-7817 996 Jericho tpke., smithtown LIqUor & WINE 631-697-0474, 631-858-6955 INSUrANCE Grape Culture Wine & spirits Allstate Insurance 248 Lake avenue reliance real Estate ryan Dittmar Agency 631-862-4727 359 Lake avenue 462 Moriches road 631-862-9000, 631-680-5143 631-686-5177 Liquorium 430-04 north country rd. re/Max Beyond State Farm Insurance 631-862-7020 177 West Main street, smithtown Jim Winter Agency 631-862-1100 320 Lake avenue MUSIC LESSoNS 631-584-5929 Drum Lessons with John Miceli Christine Stevens email: [email protected] Daniel Gale | Sotheby’s INtErIor DESIGN 499 Lake avenue Creative Windows oPtoMEtrY 631-584-6600 ext 219, 631-879-7018 347 Lake avenue Stony Brook vision World 631-366-0212 2194a nesconset hwy., stony Brook rEStAUrANtS 631-246-5468 on / off Premise Catering Natalie Weinstein rocco’s Pizza & Pasta Design Associates PEtS 429 north country road 455 Lake avenue Love Your Pet Sitting Service 631-862-1600, fax: 631-862-6152 Uniquely Natalie by Will Robedee quality Consignment 631-793-3729 Soul Brew 176 second street Coffee shop & eatery 631-862-6198, Fax: 862-7834 Natural Hounds Dog Food 556-18 north country road Delivered to your door 631-250-9238 JEWELrY www.naturalhoundsLi.com St. James Pizza Gray’s Jewelers 739 Middle country road 429a north country road PrINtING 631-979-9600, fax: 631-979-9610 631-250-9489 business / invitations Graphics du jour, ltd. Uncle Daddy’s at long beach, St. James Jewelry Shoppe 359 Lake avenue short beach & Marina 483 Lake avenue 631-862-9849 631-278-0710 631-862-6775 Impact Plus Signs & Graphics villa Sorrento LANDSCAPING / 30 doyle street 823 Middle country road GArDEN CENtErS 631-265-8195 631-265-9865 design / Maintenance / Plants / tree removal / equipment rEAL EStAtE voila! the bistro Competition tree Service Daniel Gale | Sotheby’s 244 Lake avenue 631-584-5575 81-83 route 111, smithtown 631-584-5686 631-584-6600 Designs by Longo SCHooLS / CoNSULtING 631-320-2070 DeBarbieri Associates Bridge College Consultants 406 north country road po Box 685, st. James Eddie’s Power Equipment 631-862-7447 516-662-1612 553 Lake avenue 631-584-6678 Diane Duffy Harbor Country Day School Daniel Gale | Sotheby’s 17 three sisters road Father Nature’s Garden Center 499 Lake avenue 631-584-5555 559 route 25a 631-584-6600, ext 208 631-584-5252 StorAGE Henrietta Homes & Properties Space Available Gardens by J.tortomasi 328 Lake avenue 631-680-5143 631-445-5322 631-862-6999 SWIMMING PooLS Herman Brothers Landscape . Marianne Koke installation & service 631-360-2939 Daniel Gale | Sotheby’s Best Pool Service 543 Lake avenue Homestead Landscaping 499 Lake avenue 631-686-6715 631-588-5296 631-584-6600, ext 206 Sundance Swimming Pools Longo’s Landscaping & Masonry David & rowena Nedvin 631-862-1900 631-862-8605 Signature Premier Properties 7 West Main street, smithtown Mazelis Gift & Garden Center 631-767-5221, 631-360-2800 toYS Mazelis Landscape Contracting Monkey Business toys and Gift 400 north country road 430-11 north country road 631-724-5425 631-250-9955

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