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William Bateson (1861-1926) grew up in an academic home and attended Cambridge University where he took an interest in embryology. He went to Johns Hopkins University to learn the new experimental approaches and insights into the cellular events leading to embryo formation. While there, he was in-spired by William Keith Brooks who urged him to study heredity if he wanted to contribute to a field in need of scien-tific rigor.

When he returned to England, Bateson stud-ied variations and iden-tified two types that were unusual. He called one group homeotic changes because they put organs in the wrong place, such as a fly’s leg emerging from an eye. The other group he called mer-istic variations, which duplicated parts, like a child born with six fingers on each hand and foot. Both meristic and homeotic mutations were considered pathological by most breed-ers and physicians, but Bateson believed they could be the raw material for new organ systems or more dramatic origins of new species. He published the results of this work in 1894, and it made him re-garded as an enemy by British Darwin-ists who favored all mutational change as gradual and never sudden.

In 1900 Bateson read Mendel’s pa-pers and was immediately won over to his approach. He began studying muta-tions in plants and animals. He also gave a name (in 1906) to this new field and called it genetics. Bateson used the sym-bols P1, F1 and F2 for the generations of a cross. He used the terms homozygous and heterozygous for the genotype of the individuals in a cross. He described the mutant and normal states of hereditary units as alleles.

Bateson discovered blending types of inheritance and genetic interaction in which two or more nonallelic genes could jointly affect a trait. He even found (but

did not correctly interpret) non-Mende-lian recombination of genes. In this he was scooped by Thomas Hunt Morgan and his students. Morgan was also a stu-dent of Brooks at Johns Hopkins and,

like Bateson, originally skeptical of Darwin-ian subtle variations as the basis for all of evolution. But Mor-gan added cytology to his studies and re-lated the hereditary units (called genes af-ter 1909) to the chro-mosomes on which they resided.

Bateson felt chro-mosomes had little to do with genetic phenomena. He was wrong and it was not until the 1920s that he grudgingly admitted Morgan’s fly lab had advanced the field of genetics he named.

Bateson’s work led to an explosion of interest in the field of genetics, and, while he was trapped by his views of the time, younger scientists had no difficulty add-ing genes to chromosomes, mapping them and accounting for the transmission of traits through their behavior during cell division and germ cell production.

In 1910 Bateson was probably the most famous geneticist in the world. By 1920 he was fading, and after his death in 1926, he was largely forgotten to all but historians of science.

That is not uncommon in the his-tory of science. Science changes faster than any individual scientist can change views in a lifetime. Despite the loss of prestige, it is fitting to honor the mem-ory of the person who named the field of genetics and whose battles to make Mendelism its core succeeded over the prevailing views of heredity at the end of the nineteenth century.

Elof Axel Carlson is a distinguished teaching professor emeritus in the Depart-ment of Biochemistry and Cell Biology at Stony Brook University.

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The three-person drama “Orphans” officially opened at the Conklin Barn in Huntington last week kicking off a 12-per-formance run.

It is no wonder that stars like Alec Bald-win, William Devane and Ned Beatty have played a part in the past on Broadway in this powerful, dynamic effort. Playwright Lyle Kessler has written an interlocking, emo-tion-laden, compelling drama about two or-phaned brothers living in North Philly; one, Treat, a slick domineering “Mack the Knife” type played to the hilt by Aaron Dalla Vil-la; the other, Philip, a mentally challenged younger brother who manages to maintain a tenuous grip on reality, handled skillfully and deftly by Jay William Thomas. Treat is convinced that his criminal lifestyle is mor-ally acceptable since it is all for the benefit of his meek, needy and obedient brother.

Both actors discharged their charac-terizations brilliantly. Kessler has painted the emotional dynamism here with the precision of Seurat’s pointillism, perhaps with an admixture of Van Gogh’s inten-sity. Dalla Villa and Thomas display this with character intensity, revealing each to be skillful actors with an explosive stage presence and role interpretation of the highest magnitude.

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The great dramatic change comes when Harold frees himself and becomes the salient character. Was he a mob boss? A crooked businessman? Actually, he provides intellectual and emotional help to Philip, putting him on the road to extra-mental reality.

Treat is enraged on returning, but Har-old mollifies him with a promise of a job as his bodyguard at an enormous salary. At this juncture the audience is beginning to realize that King’s portrayal of Harold is something larger than life. Harold is “The Other.” He dispenses moral and ethical advice that begins to give some concrete meaning to the lives and actions of Treat and Philip. King’s consistent playing of this role is startlingly understated, which gives it far more impact than if there had been added bombast — a temptation to a lesser skilled actor.

The final scene in this two-act pro-duction occurs in a very heart-rending denouement redolent of a Renaissance triptych.

Direction was by the multitalented Jim Bonney. Any director confronted by a fast moving three-actor property has issues with blocking. Bonney overcame this problem with the fastest-paced block-ing your scribe has seen in a long time. He used karate, a fist fight, wrestling and logical positioning that was keenly cor-rect. Bonney’s skills were challenged, but he showed his directorial métier so admi-rably that he came up with a tightly con-trolled, expressive result.

Is there a philosophy in “Orphans”? Yes. But it is not a transcendent one … more of a purely human one. Yet the hu-manity of Harold is so overwhelming, despite his lifestyle that it penetrates the façade of “goodness” between the broth-ers. It is tragedy, yet its human dimen-sion provides an element of hope. Keep in mind that Renaissance triptych.

Bonney/King Productions will present “Orphans” at the Conklin Barn, 2 High St., Huntington, through Sept. 5. Meet the playwright Lyle Kessler and join him for a Q-and-A after Sept. 4th’s performance. Tickets are $25. For more information, call 631-484-7335 or visit www.brownpaper-tickets.com.


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I think most of us can agree that we want to age as gracefully as possible. But, what does this mean? While we may want to avoid physical ailments, such as achy joints and musculoskeletal pain, cognitive decline seems to be one of the scarier prospects as we age. The one organ in our body that we can’t yet transplant is the brain, so we really need to keep it in the best shape possible. We will all experience some form of age-related cognitive decline. But what about more significant changes in brain function?

The prevalence of mild cognitive im-pairment is hard to quantify, but roughly 16 to 22 percent of us will experience it (1). The reason for the range is that it is diffi-cult to define but is thought of as a disor-der that is between normal cognition and dementia. However, it is not a normal stage of aging. Mild cognitive impairment may lead to dementia, which is defined as af-fecting the memory and also at least one other part of the brain, such as executive functioning (2). The most common form is Alzheimer’s disease.

Who is at highest risk for decline from mild cognitive impairment and dementia? It turns out that this is a potential question of gender. Of those with mild cognitive impairment, women tend to worsen at an almost two times faster rate than men (3). However, researchers were baffled as to why.

There are preventions and treatments that may alter these different disorders that affect our mental functioning.

There may also be tests to determine whether you are at increased risk for de-mentia. These range from a short mental exam in the physician’s office to a saliva test that measures cortisol levels, the stress hormone. Higher levels of cortisol at night than normal were associated with signifi-cantly less brain volume and reductions in cognitive function in participants who did not have signs of impairment yet (4).

As “location, location, location” is im-portant to real estate, it seems that lifestyle modifications including exercise, diet and overall brain fitness may be important to

cognitive functioning. Where do drugs fit in terms of treating

dementia? The main class of drugs, cholin-esterase inhibitors, seems to disappoint and also appears to have significant side effects.

Let’s look at the evidence.

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cation that is a silver bullet to success-ful outcomes in dementia. The mainstay medications are among a class referred to as anti-cholinesterase inhibitors, drugs that have a mild effect on dementia. These drugs include Aricept (donepezil), Ex-elon (rivastigmine) and Razadyne (galan-tamine). In a recent study, results showed that anti-cholinesterase inhibitors caused significant weight loss (5). Compared to those not on anti-cholinesterase inhibi-tors, there was a 23 percent increased risk of at least 10 pounds or more in uninten-tional weight loss over 12 months. There were more than 6,000 patients who were 65 years and older involved in the VA health systems retrospective study. This means that approximately 1 in 21 patients treated with these drugs may experience harmful weight loss over one year. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of this drug class.

Exercise, exercise, exerciseWhy? There are three recent studies

showing exercise’s beneficial impact on cog-nitive functioning. Exercise may play a role in not just prevention but also in treatment.

Two of the studies were presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Con-ference. In one, results show that exercise actually reduced tau proteins in patients over the age of 70 with prediabetes and am-nestic mild cognitive impairment (6). These are patients considered at very high risk for Alzheimer’s disease.

The patients who saw a benefit did mod-erate to high intensity aerobic exercise com-pared to those who did stretching. The key to success in patients who are older (55 to 89 years) was to gradually increase the inten-sity and duration of exercise over a six-week period until 30 out of 45 minutes were spent at 75 to 85 percent of their maximum heart rate. The frequency of exercise was four days a week. The exercise increased blood flow to areas of the brain typically affected by Alzheimer’s disease.

In another study, results show that walk-ing 40 minutes in addition to warm-up and cool-down periods, totaling one hour of exercise three times a week, could improve cognition in those with vascular cognitive impairment (VCI), another form of de-mentia (7). This population was composed of 56- to 96-year-olds with mild VCI. The duration of the study was six months.

A third exercise study was a random-ized controlled trial (RCT), the gold stan-dard of studies. In this study, participants trained to moderate to intensive aerobic exercise levels, 70 to 80 percent of maxi-mum heart rate (8). The subgroup popula-

tion that maintained at least an 80 percent adherence to the exercise regimen saw a significant positive change in the Symbol Digit Modalities Test (SDMT), a test used for attention and mental speed, compared to the control. However, the primary end point did not reach statistical significance. There was also an improvement in neu-ropsychiatric symptoms in the treatment group. These patients trained over a four-month period and had mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease at baseline. This is the first study to indicate that exercise could have an impact on those with Alzheimer’s disease. The median age was 72 for the treatment group.

The role of dietIn a study, those who had the greatest ad-

herence (top tertile) to the MIND diet were cognitively 7.5 years younger compared to those who had the least adherence (bot-tom tertile) (9). The MIND diet is a modi-fied combination of the Mediterranean diet and the dietary approach to stop hyperten-sion (DASH) diet. This was a prospective (forward-looking) observational study over a 4.7-year period involving almost 1,000 pa-tients with a mean age of 81 years.

Lifestyle modificationsSo far, we have seen the potential bene-

fits of diet and exercise as separate entities. But what if we brought numerous compo-nents of lifestyle modifications together? In the Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study to Prevent Cognitive Impairment and Disability (FINGER) study, results show that a multidisciplinary approach to lifestyle modifications potentially slowed cognitive decline in a healthy older popu-lation (10). The treatment arm participants had a 25 percent improvement in cognitive scores, compared to the control group giv-en health advice only. The lifestyle modifi-cations in the treatment arm included diet,

exercise, brain training and management of vascular risk factors. This was a large, 1,260-participant, RCT involving 60- to 70-year-olds over a two-year duration. The population, though healthy, was at risk for mild cognitive impairment.

Testing for riskIn a study involving the Memory Bind-

ing Test (MBT), those who did not perform well were at a significantly greater risk of amnestic mild cognitive impairment and dementia (11). This is a test that can be performed in a physician’s office in about 10 minutes. The test involves associative binding between two word lists. Those who do poorly on the test are at 2.5 times increased risk of amnestic mild cognitive impairment and at a greater risk of demen-tia. The test had good durability with up to a decade of follow-up.

Thus, lifestyle modifications, with or without medications may have powerful effects in preventing and potentially treat-ing mild cognitive decline and dementia.

References:(1) Lancet. 1997;349(9068):1793; Ann

Intern Med. 2008;148(6):427. (2) upto-date.com. (3) AAIC 2015. Posters P4-108. (4) Neurology. Online 2015 Aug 19. (5) J Am Geriatr Soc. 2015;63(8):1512-1518. (6) AAIC 2015. Oral presentations 0504-05. (7) AAIC 2015. Oral presentations 05-04-04. (8) EAN 2015. Abstract O310. (9) Alzheimers Dement. 2015 Jun 15. (10) Lancet. 2015 Jun 6;385(9984):2255-2263. (11) AAIC 2015. Abstract O3-10-04.

Dr. Dunaief is a speaker, author and local lifestyle medicine physician focusing on the integration of medicine, nutrition, fitness and stress management. For fur-ther information, go to the website www.medicalcompassmd.com or consult your personal physician.

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One of the most daunting scenes in film is in the final minutes of 1974’s “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” when Leatherface is dancing his own murder-ous ballet wielding a chainsaw at sun-set. It is a stunning visual into the dis-turbed psyche of a serial killer. There is no need to delve back into celluloid ar-chives to experience this phenomenon once again, as Bluebox Theatre Com-pany is brilliantly exploring this unset-tling subject matter in its presentation of Lee Blessing’s “Down the Road,” at The Performing Arts Studio of New York in Port Jefferson Village.

Directed by Bluebox’s David Mor-rissey Jr., the play opens with an abrupt spasm disrupting the cozy darkness in this intimate blackbox theater; a large flat-screen TV center stage begins flash-ing familiar images. The audience is reminded of William and Kate’s royal wedding, the West Nile virus outbreak and other popular “newsworthy” stories.

In a short time the broadcasts turn extremely dark, focusing on people the public has come to know all too well: Ed Gein, John Wayne Gacy, Ted Bundy and Charles Manson. Interview after interview, clip after clip, Mor-rissey begins to open up our doors of perception and draw us into the minds of these haunted men, the actions that have made them media icons and their stories a sad reality.

“Down the Road” is a psychological drama about serial killer Bill Reach, who has murdered and raped 19 women. While Reach is incarcerated, a young married couple, Dan and Iris, both of whom are journalists, are contracted to write a book about Reach. Initially

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approached as a fact-compiling endeav-or, the couple soon begin to unravel not only Reach’s subconscious but their re-lationship as well and at the same time explore demoralizing themes.

As their ambition bounces their phys-ical bodies into a cheap motel room in this rather beige part of the world, the audience is first introduced to Iris and Dan. Played by Marquez Stewart and Bluebox mainstay Bryon Azoulay, their connection is palpable. Consumed by passion for one another discussing their dreamy expectations of starting a fam-ily, they seem like tender lambs unaware

that they are being led to slaughter. As the play progresses, their dif-

ferent styles of interviewing Reach are apparent as well as the way each char-acter reacts to the intensity of their exchanges with him. Communicating their thoughts on their individual in-terviews with Reach into a recorder, their distractions also become evident and the toxicity of Reach’s aura slowly twists and torments not only their abil-ity to proceed with the task at hand but their relationship as well.

It is undeniable that Stuart portrays Iris with all the confrontational, aggres-

sive boldness that her role demands. She is terrific and perfectly balances her character’s vacillation between being drawn to Reach while at the same time being repulsed by him. When asked by Reach if she is afraid of him, she snidely responds, “Desperately,” without dis-rupting her dead on stare.

Azoulay’s Dan is much more accom-modating and at times submissive to Reach. He begins his interactions with Reach obligingly as a great inquisitor, but his growing fear eventually arrests his questioning and manifests in a dichot-omy between his desire to run and his addiction to Reach’s mania. His impas-sioned solo scripted moments invoke the same angst and confusion into the viewer that his character is experiencing.

James D. Schultz as Bill Reach — that should be the play’s tag line. Schultz, a solid acting member of the Theatre Three family for several years, is a prodigy. Watching Schultz sprint to the top of our local acting pyramid in such a short time has been not only a joy for his followers but an awe-in-spiring accomplishment. Probably his most challenging role to date, he more than nails it — he surpasses it, so much so that audience members were shak-ing when his presence loomed on stage unlit, allowing the other actors to take the baton. It was horrifyingly beauti-ful. All were scared to death of the dia-bolical monster Schultz passively and slowly created.

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Participating artists include Erik and Martin Demaine, William Duffy, Elaine Ellison, George Hart, Margaret Kepner, Gabriele Meyer, Istvan Orosz and Phil Webster. The exhibit will run from Aug. 28 to Sept. 25 with an artist reception on Aug. 28 from 5 to 7 p.m.

The exhibit is possible thanks to the involvement of George Hart, inter-disciplinary sculptor, mathematician, computer scientist and research pro-fessor at Stony Brook University.

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images from Gallery NorthAbove, ‘Pink Trumpet,’ 2013, yarn and shaped line by Gabriele Meyer; below, ‘Tumbling Blocks — Doubling Cubes,’ 2014, inkjet print by Margaret Kepner

interactive sculpture building work-shop at the gallery for children and adults on Aug. 25.

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When Beth Levine, designer of inno-vative footwear from the 50s to the 70s, passed away in 2006 at the age of 91, she le� behind her unique footprints on the fashion world. To honor the former Pa-tchogue resident’s accomplishments, the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook re-cently opened the exhibition Beth Levine: � e First Lady of Shoes.

Helene Verin, an adjunct professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City and guest curator of the exhibition and author of “Beth Levine Shoes,” was a young shoe designer when she arrived in New York City in the 1970s. A� er meeting Levine, she quickly found a mentor and friend in her. � e curator said she looked up to the innovative designer who she described as funny and unique.

“She was larger than life,” Verin said.� e curator said she holds one of the

largest archives of Levine’s work. � e shoe designer closed her factory, which she owned with her husband Henry Levine, in 1976, but kept a storage unit that con-tained her work as well as material. Ac-cording to Verin, the two de-signers would o� en stop by the unit, and Levine would give her mentee random items such as buckles and plastic � owers. Verin said she sometimes wasn’t sure how Levine utilized the pieces in her designs, but in later years, as she researched the designer’s work, she would see pic-tures of shoes that once were adorned with the � ower or other accessory pieces she was given.

Levine, who was born in 1914 and raised on a farm in Patchogue, arrived in New York City as a young woman with aspirations of becoming a social worker, according to Verin. However, when the Long Island native began work-ing as a shoe model to earn money, she found a career that was a better � t for her. � e future footwear designer wore a size 4 shoe, which at the time was considered the perfect sample size. Verin said Levine realized she had a knack for picking out comfortable shoes and compared her feet to a potter’s wheel.

“It’s such an amazing story. Most shoe designers are men, and they come from generations of cobblers,” Verin said.

Levine quickly realized she knew more about shoes than the men that were de-

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Images from the LIMLeft, the Patchwork Boot, 1967, cotton, silk, velvet and Lurex boot quilted by Adirondack artisans from the collection of Ron and Nancy Bush; top, the ‘Lime Silk Doughnut’ shoe, 1957, silk, from the collection of Schwartz & Benja-min; above, the ‘Bubbling Over’ shoe, 1953, printed raw silk with applied rhinestones, wrap-around ankle strap

signing them at the time. When she went on to become a designer, she tried on every style to ensure a comfortable feel.

She quickly became a favorite among � rst ladies Jacqueline Kenne-dy, Lady Bird Johnson and Pat Nixon who needed stylish yet comfortable shoes. “Everything she did was based on comfort,” Verin said.

In addition, Levine’s clients includ-ed Marilyn Monroe, Ava Gardner, Barbra Streisand, Lauren Bacall, Liza Minelli, and Cher. Levine also col-laborated with designers including Halston, Geo� rey Beene, Bill Blass and designed all the footwear for Brani� airline’s � ight attendants.

When creating her Cyrano shoe, which featured a pointed toe, Levine

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like, ‘� ere’s no such thing as breaking in a pair

of shoes. � ey’ll break you � rst,’” said the curator.

Verin said Levin also enjoyed many � rsts during her career. Saks Fi� h Av-enue opened their � rst stand-alone bou-tique, Beth’s Bootery, which carried the designer’s footwear, and Levine was the one to � gure out how to create a clear Cinderella shoe similar to other brands but with no visible screws. She also was the � rst to draw a picture of the footwear on the outside of the box to make it easier

for shoe sellers to � nd a particular style for their customer.

� e designer has been credited with introducing boots to haute couture as op-posed to them just being worn for utility use, according to Verin. One of her most famous boots were worn by Nancy Sina-tra while publicizing her 1966 hit song “� ese Boots Are Made for Walkin’.”

Among her unique designs were a pair of shoes with AstroTurf as the insole called “Splendor in the Grass,” and a shoe with no upper that was secured to the foot with adhesive, according to Verin.

When it comes to the shoes included in the exhibition, Verin said, “When you look at them, even though they’re 60 years old, they’re so current. Today you would wear them.”

Besides pieces from her own collection, the curator has been able to borrow items from other collectors for the exhibition. One of the lenders is Levine’s nephew Ronnie Bush who inherited the family farm and has dedicated a corner of his barn to the designer and her work. Also, on display will be a photo of Levine by an-other one of her family members, profes-sional photographer Bruce Weber.

In addition to Levine’s iconic footwear, visitors will � nd photos, paintings, illus-trations, � lm footage and other artifacts on display. � e curator said even those who aren’t footwear a� cionados will ap-preciate Levine’s work.

“I think you can see these shoes as works of art,” Verin said. “You can really see a brilliant mind and talent at work.”

Beth Levine: � e First Lady of Shoes will run at the Long Island Museum,

1200 Rte. 25A, Stony Brook, through Jan. 3, 2016. Sponsors include Astoria Bank, Bank of America, Nancy Burner & Associates and the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

Regular admission is $10 per person, $7 for seniors and $5 for students ages 6 to 17. Children under 6 and museum members are free. During the exhibition run, special events will be held including an opportuni-ty for seniors 62 and older to visit the show for free on Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, visit www.longisland-museum.org or call 631-751-0066.


K N O W L E D G E

BY DANIEL DUNAIEF

It’s a dangerous enemy that o� en turns deadly. Worse than its potentially lethal nature, how-ever, cancer has an ability to work around any roadblocks scientists and doctors put in its path, ren-dering some solutions that bring hope ine� ective.

Researchers around the world are eagerly searching for ways to stay one, two or three moves ahead of cancer, anticipating how the many forms of this disease take medicine’s best shot and then go back to the business of jeopardizing human health.

Allen Tannenbaum, a profes-sor of computer science and ap-plied mathematics and statistics at Stony Brook University, has added a � eld called graph theory to some of the tools he knows well from his work in medical imag-ing and computer vision.

A normal, healthy cell is like a factory, with genes sending sig-nals through proteins, enzymes and catalysts, moving reactions forward or stopping them, and the genetic machinery indicat-ing when and how hard the parts should work.

Cancer, however, is like a hos-tile takeover of that factory, pro-ducing the factory equivalent of M16s that damage the cell and the individual instead of baby toys, Tannebaum suggested.

By analyzing how proteins or transcription networks interact, Tannenbaum and his colleagues can develop a model for the so-called curvature of interactions.

Looking at the interactions among parts of the genetic fac-tory, Tannenbaum can determine and quantify the parts of the cell that are following cancer com-mands, rather than doing their original task.

Curvature isn’t so much a bending of a physical space as it is a change in the way the dif-ferent proteins or transcription factors function in the discrete networks Tannenbaum uses in cancer and biology.

“� e parts are not doing their job the same way,” Tannenbaum said. “We can look and see graph-ically how di� erent things com-pare.” He and his collaborators recently published their � ndings in the journal Scienti� c Reports.

Using mathematical formulas to de� ne a range of interactions, Tannenbaum can determine how quickly a cancer or normal cell can return to its original state af-ter a disturbance. � is ability is called its robustness.

� e study “brings to light a new way to understand and quantify the ability of cancer cells to adapt and develop resistance,” explained Tryphon T. Georgiou, a profes-sor in the Department of Electri-cal and Computer Engineering

at the University of Minnesota, who has known Tannenbaum for over 30 years and collaborated on this study. “It also provides ways to identify potential targets for drug development.”

Tannenbaum studied cells from six di� erent tumor types and supplemented the study with networks that contain about 500 cancer-related genes from the Cosmic Cancer Gene Census.

In treatments for cancers, in-cluding sarcomas, researchers and doctors sometimes try to pull the plug on cancer’s energy network. � is method can slow cancer down, but cancer o� en re-sumes its harmful operations.

Using models of cancer on a computer, Tannenbaum and the � ve graduate students and four postdoctoral fellows can run vir-tual experiments. He can hand o� his results to biologists, who can

then run tests. Once those scien-tists collect data, they can o� er in-formation back to Tannenbaum.

“� is is a team e� ort,” said Tannenbaum, who works with scientists at Memorial Sloan Ket-tering, the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Brigham and Women’s Hospital.

Georgiou described Tannen-baum as a “brilliant scholar” and a “mathematician with unparal-leled creativity,” who has been a “pioneer in many � elds,” includ-ing computer vision. Indeed, a computer vision program could assist nurses in the intensive care unit on di� erent shi� s assess the level of pain from someone who might not otherwise be able to communicate it.

Georgiou called Tannen-baum’s work on cancer a “mis-sion” and said Tannenbaum is “absolutely determined to use

his remarkable skills as a math-ematician and as a scientist” to defeat it.

Tannenbaum, who recently took his grandchild to a Mets win at CitiField, said coming to Stony Brook in 2013 was a homecom-ing, bringing him closer to his native Queens. He cited two fa-mous graduates from Far Rocka-way High School: the physicist Richard Feynman, who helped develop the atomic bomb, and Bernie Mado� .

He and his wife Rina, who is a professor in materials science and engineering at Stony Brook, live in Long Island City.

Tannenbaum hopes to contin-ue to build on his work applying math to solving cancer.

“� ere’s a lot of mathematical play le� and then testing the pre-dictions in a biological/medical setting,” he said.

Stony Brook’s Tannenbaum uses math to tackle cancer

Photo from Stony Brook UniversityProfessor Allen Tannenbaum

Nature program� e Huntington-Oyster Bay Audubon Society will present a program titled

Living Dinosaurs: From T-Rex to � rashers: � e Origins of Modern Birds with Dr. Douglas A. Robinson Jr. at the Cold Spring Harbor Library, 95 Harbor Road,

Cold Spring Harbor, on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m.Modern birds descended from a group of two-legged dinosaurs known as the-

ropods, whose members include the towering Tyrannosaurus rex and the small-er velociraptors. � e theropods generally weighed between 100 and 500 pounds — giants compared to most modern birds — and had large snouts, big teeth and scales. So how did the ancestors of T-rex shrink, grow feathers and become birds as we know them today?

Dr. Robinson, an evolutionary biologist whose teaching and research experi-ences have focused on organismal biology and behavior, will discuss the evo-lutionary link between dinosaurs of the past and birds of today. From T-rex to thrashers, and from velociraptors to vesper sparrows, the long family history of dinosaurs and birds will be explored in a way that promises to be informative, interesting and entertaining. Free and open to all. For more information, call 631-692-6820.

� e Huntington-Oyster Bay Audubon Society protects wildlife and preserves habitat through conservation action, education and public outreach. � e chapter serves Su� olk and Nassau counties: Huntington and Northern Oyster Bay townships, including Fort Salonga, Northport, Huntington, Commack, Greenlawn, Syosset, Oyster Bay, Centre Island and Jericho. For more information, visit www.hoaudubon.org.


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I love it when people send me photos of unknown plants. Sometimes I know right off what it is and can help them with add-ed information. Sometimes it takes some research, but it’s always fun. Recently, a gardening friend sent me some photos of trees covered in fragrant white flowers in mid-August.

Trees flowering this late in the season are unusual. Most flowering trees bloom in spring, bringing a profusion of color to that season. Some are followed by edible fruit, others by seed pods. Some, espe-cially those grown for their showy flow-ers, are sterile. So, what was this beautiful tree? The tree in question was a Japanese pagoda tree.

This tree, also known as the Chinese scholar tree, is a native a China, grown in the United States as a specimen tree. Styphnolobium japonica (also known as Sophora japonica) is in the pea family, Fa-baceae, but unlike others in the family, is not a nitrogen-fixing tree. It’s a deciduous tree, easily growing up to 60 or more feet tall. It does well in a wide range of soil pH conditions, ranging from 4.5 (extremely acidic) to 8, which is alkaline, so, ideal for Long Island’s acidic soil.

Colorado State Cooperative Exten-sion Service notes that the tree is hardy

in zones 4 to 8 (Long Island is zone 7) and prefers a sunny location. The rap-idly growing tree tolerates city conditions (i.e., pollution), meaning that it will do well planted along roadsides. It tolerates heat and drought conditions, making it ideal for Long Island with its occa-sional drought conditions. They describe the flowers as 10- to 15-inch panicles of “creamy-white, pea-like flowers” that sur-vive for about a month. The flowers are followed by pods that “resemble strings of beads,” similar to garden peas. The pods are filled with yellow seeds.

My friend noted how many bees (and other insects) were flying around the tree, visiting the fragrant flowers. The tree pro-vides light shade when young, but a ma-ture tree produces dense shade. Keep this in mind when selecting the tree. Are you looking for dappled shade or dense shade?

Other plants in the pea family include the golden chain tree (see my column of June 18, this year), clover, sweet peas, lupine, beans and, of course, edible garden peas.

Next week we'll talk about another late summer flowering tree, the mimosa.

Ellen Barcel is a freelance writer and master gardener. Send your gardening questions to [email protected] reach Cornell Cooperative Extension and its Master Gardener program, call 631-727-7850.

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Photos by ellen Barcelabove, the flowers of a Japanese pagoda tree; below, a Japanese pagoda tree in bloom along route 112 in coram


Aug 27 to sept 3 2015Times…and datesThursday 27

Tide Mill TourThe Huntington Historical Society will present a Van Wycks-Lefferts Tide Mill Tour at 9 a.m. $15, $10 members. Advance registration required by calling 427-7045, ext. 404, or visit www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.rockin’ on The riverJoin the Long Island Aquarium, 431 E. Main St., Riverhead, for Rockin’ On the River, from 6 to 10:30 p.m. — an evening of live music, a luau and a cash bar overlooking the Peconic River. Atlantis Explorer Tour Boat ride down the Peconic optional. $59.95/ $10 boat ride. For more information or to RSVP, call 208-9200, ext. 426.Mid-SuMMer nighT danceThe Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, will present a Mid-Summer Night Dance, featuring the East Coast Swing by Swing Dance Long Island, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Gates open at 6 p.m. Admission is $25 in advance, $30 at the gate. Visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org for more information.o el aMor in concerTSmith Haven Mall in Lake Grove will present O El Amor in concert in Lifestyle Village at 6:30 p.m. Bring chairs. Free. Call 724-8066 for more information.SuMMerfeST concerTJoin Milagra - Sounds of Santana, in concert at the Robert W. Krueger Bandshell in Northport Village Park at 7:30 p.m. Bring blanket or lawn chair, or anchor your boat. Free. For more informa-tion, call 754-3905.concerT aT The libraryThe Smithtown Library, 1 N. Country Road, Smithtown, will present Rick Larrimore, a Rod Stewart Tribute Band, on the front lawn at 8 p.m. (rescheduled from July 30). Bring blanket or lawn chair. Free. Call 265-3994.book SigningBook Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington, will host Stephanie Kepke, who will speak about and sign copies of her new novel, “Goddess of Suburbia” at 7 p.m. For more information, call 271-1442 or visit www.bookrevue.com.

friday 28arTalk aT gallery norThGallery North, 90 N. Country Road, Setauket, will hold an ArTalk with Helena Clare Pittman at 3 p.m. Pittman will present original watercolor illustrations and talk about her career in children's picture books. Followed by a Q-and-A. Free. To RSVP, call 751-2676 or email [email protected] on Main STreeTThe Northport Arts Coalition will present Tommy Santoriello (Folk, Americana) in concert at the Village Park Patio at the Dock at 7 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket. Weather permitting. Free. Visit www.northportarts.org for more information.gaMe nighT aT The barnTake a break from the TV. The Smithtown Historical Society will host a Game Night at the Frank Brush Barn, 211 E. Main St., Smithtown, at 7 p.m. Bring your favorite family friendly game (cards, board games, puzzles) to share or try your hand at one of theirs. A great night to get to meet someone new and have an old-fashioned good time. $5, members free. Registration required by calling 265-6768.MuSical MoMenTSThe Kings Park Chamber of Commerce and Civic Association will present Acoustic 8 in concert at 7:30 p.m. at Russ Savatt Park on Main Street. Free. Call 269-7678.poeTS in porTThe Northport Arts Coalition will host Poets in Port at Caffe Portofino, 249 Main St., Northport, at 7:30 p.m. Featured poet will be Kelly Powell. Open mic will follow. Visit www.northportarts.org.coMedy feSTivalTheatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson, will host a night of comedy starting at 8 p.m. Featuring stand-ups Paul Anthony, Maureen Langan, Tom Daddario and DC Benny. Tickets are $35. For more information, call 928-9100.MoonlighT cruiSeThe Long Island Aquarium, 431 E. Main St., Riverhead, will pres-ent a Moonlight Cruise along the Peconic River on the Atlantis Explorer Tour Boat at 8:30 p.m. Wine and cheese will be served. Return to shore and spend time at the Seaside Grill. $35 per per-son. For more information or to RSVP, call 208-9200, ext. 426.

Saturday 29cliff hikeCaumsett State Historic Park, 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Huntington, will present a 6 mile, very hilly, moderately paced adult hike from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $4. Advanced registration required by calling 423-1770.riverhead railroad feSTivalThe Railroad Museum of Long Island, 416 Griffing Ave., Riverhead, will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a festival today and Aug. 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ride the 1964 -1965 LIRR Pavilion World's Fair Train. Featuring toy train layout, music by Sampawams Creek, historic passenger cars and cabooses, vendors and much more. $8 adults, $4 ages 5 to 12, ages 4 and under free. For details, visit www.rmli.us.SeTaukeT Walking TourThe Three Village Historical Society will present a Setauket Village Green Walking Tour, from 2 to 3:15 p.m. Tour leaves from the Setauket Presbyterian Church parking lot, 5 Caroline Ave., Setauket. $8 fee. No reservations necessary. For more informa-tion, call 751-3730 or visit www.tvhs.org.coMedy feSTivalTheatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson, will host a night of comedy starting at 8 p.m. Featuring stand-ups Paul Anthony, Gary Vider, Chris Roach, Maria Walsh and Keith Anthony. Tickets are $35. For more information, call 928-9100.TribuTe To noel S. ruizThe CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway, Oakdale, will pay tribute to its founder, the late Noel S. Ruiz, with a night of music at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25. For more information, call 218-2810 or visit www.cmpac.com.

Sunday 30riverhead railroad feSTivalSee Aug. 29 listing.MuSTang ShoWThe Mustang and Shelby Club of Long Island will hold its 8th annual mustang show at Port Jefferson Village Center, 101A E. Broadway, Port Jefferson, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring the original Pony car along with many restored classics. Free admis-sion. For more information, call 371-1432 or visit www.mscli.com.claSSic car ShoWThe 52nd annual Robert J. Bohaty Memorial Classic Car Show will be held at the Heckscher Ball Field, Sabbath Day Path and Route 25A, Huntington, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring more than 120 classic automobiles from all eras. Admission $5. Call 261-9769.

dogS for dolphinSA fundraiser for The Dolphin Project, titled Dogs for Dolphins, will be held at Baiting Hollow Vineyard, Calverton, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Featuring lunch, raffles, pie tasting, wine, activities for kids and dogs, crafts and a walk through the vineyard. $10 suggested donation at the door includes lunch. For more information, call 917-414-4526.renaiSSance club MeeTingTemple Isaiah, 1404 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook, will host a Renaissance Club meeting at 1:30 p.m., for ages 50+. Refreshments will be served. Call 751-5557 or 862-1747.opera eT al in concerTThe Smithtown United Methodist Church, 230 Middle Country Road, Smithtown, will host a concert titled Summer Serenade, featuring an afternoon of live opera arias, Neapolitan favorites, Broadway showtunes, American standards and art songs by the group Opera Et Al at 2 p.m. $10 donation. For more information, call 265-6945.Mia z in concerTSachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook, will pres-ent Mia Z, a top 12 finalist on this season of "The Voice," in con-cert at 2 p.m. Singer/songwriter John McDermott will open. Free and open to all. For more information, call 588-5024.living hiSTory TourTake a step back in time to the summer of 1936 with the Vanderbilts. The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, will present a Living History Tour, with museum guide-actors, from 5 to 7 p.m. $10. For more informa-tion, call 854-5579 or visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.Wind doWn SundaySFrank Melville Memorial Park, 101 Main St., Setauket, will present Whiskey Rebellion, bluesy music from Lou Armstrong to ZZ Topp, in concert at 5 p.m. at the Red Barn. Bring a blanket, dinner, and some great friends, and wind down. Free. For more information, call 689-6146.concerTS on The greenThe Ward Melville Heritage Organization will present The Precisions, playing vintage rock, in concert on the Stony Brook Village Green from 7 to 9 p.m. Featuring performances by The Unknown Heroes and Timothy Sherlock, finalists of Long Island's Got Talent 2015. Bring blanket or chair. Inclement weather cancels. Free. For more information, call 751-2244 or visit www.wmho.org.

an evening WiTh pianiST JoSeph JouberTThe John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport, will present pianist Joseph Joubert, in concert at 7 p.m. Featuring the music of Gershwin, including "Fascinating Rhythm," "The Man I Love," "I Got Plenty O’ Nuttin’," "I Got Rhythm," "Swanee" and more. Tickets are $45. For more information, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.

* All numbers are in (631) area code unless otherwise noted.

Photo from John W. Engeman TheaterPianist Joseph Joubert will head to the John W. Engeman Theater in Northport on Aug. 30 to perform favorites from George Gershwin.


Monday 31No events listed for this day.

Tuesday 1Grand reopeninGThe Commack Methodist Thrift Shoppe, 486 Townline Road, Commack, will hold its grand reopening today, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring fall fashions for the whole family. Call 499-7310 or visit www.commack.umg.org.

Wednesday 2accordian alliance MeeTinGThe Long Island Accordion Alliance will hold a meeting at La Villini Restaurant, 288 Larkfield Road, E. Northport, at 6 p.m. Guest artist will be Emilio Magnotta. All are welcome. Call 261-6344.Transfusion in concerTThe Northport VA Medical Center, 79 Middleville Road, Northport, will present Transfusion, in concert in the Vietnam Vets Memorial Garden at 6:30 p.m. Rain location-Building 5. Free. For more information, call 261-4400, ext. 7275.Book siGninGBook Revue, 313 New York Ave., Huntington, will present America's master motivator and author, Jerry Gladstone, who will speak about and sign copies of his new book, "The Common Thread," at 7 p.m. Call 271-1442 for more information.

Thursday 3Mid-suMMer niGhT danceThe Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, will present a Mid-Summer Night Dance featuring salsa by Rhythmology from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Gates open at 6 p.m. Admission is $25 in advance, $30 at the gate. Visit www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.hisToric WalkinG Tour and puB craWlThe Huntington Historical Society will present a Historic Walking Tour and Pub Crawl, beginning at the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Building, 228 Main St., Huntington, at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. $15, $10 members (drinks not included) Reservations required by calling 427-7045, ext. 401.paul MccarTney TriBuTeSmith Haven Mall in Lake Grove will present Macca Nation: Tribute to Paul McCartney, in concert in Lifestyle Village at 6:30 p.m. Bring chairs. Free. Call 724-8066 for more information.civil War roundTaBle MeeTinGThe North Shore Civil War Roundtable will hold its monthly meeting at the South Huntington Public Library, 145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station, at 7 p.m. Guest speakers will be Joanne Hanley and Ed Clark, who will speak about the Gettysburg Foundation. A Q-and-A will follow. Free and all are welcome. For more information, call 549-4411 or 757-8117.

film‘inTo The Woods’Sachem Public Library, 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook, will screen “Into the Woods” on Aug. 27 at 8 p.m. in its Inside/Out garden area. Rated PG. Free and open to all. Held rain or shine. Bring blanket or lawn chair. For more information, call 588-5024.'five fliGhTs up'The East Northport Public Library, 185 Larkfield Road, E. Northport, will screen "Five Flights Up" on Aug. 28 at 2 p.m. Rated PG-13. Free and open to all. Call 261-2313.pay-To-GeT-ouT horror MaraThonThe Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington, will pres-ent its 10th annual Pay-To-Get-Out Horror Marathon on Aug. 29 at 10 p.m. Featuring five movies including "The Cabin in the Woods," "Hausu," "Carrie," "Martyrs," and "The Beyond," plus a sixth mystery feature. Tickets are $35, $25 members. Survive the night and get a $10 refund. For more information, call 423-7611.'school of BaBel'The Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington, will screen "School of Babel (La Cour de Babel)" on Sept. 1 at 7:30 p.m. In French with English subtitles. $12, $7 members. Call 423-7611.'The Beaux' sTraTaGeM'The Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave., Huntington, will screen "The Beaux' Stratagem," live from the British Theatre on Sept. 3 at 2 p.m. $25, $20 members. Call 423-7611 for more information.

Theatershakespeare’s 'oThello'The Arena Players Repertory Theatre will present its 27th annual Shakespeare Festival at the Suffolk County Vanderbilt Mansion’s Courtyard, 180 Little Neck Road, Centerport, with a modern translation of “Othello,” through Aug. 30. Tickets are $15 per person. For more information, call 516-293-0674.‘WesT side sTory’The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown, will present the classic musical “West Side Story” through Aug. 30. Tickets are $35. For more information, call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.‘The coTTaGe’The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport, will pres-ent the comedy “The Cottage” through Sept. 26. Tickets are $59. For more information, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.‘orphans’ Bonney/King Productions will present Lyle Kessler’s gripping play, “Orphans,” at the Conklin Barn, 2 High St., Huntington, for a 12-performance run, through Sept. 5. Tickets are $25. Call 484-7335.'doWn The road'The Performing Arts Studio of New York, 11 Traders Cove, Port Jefferson, will present the premiere of the dark thriller "Down the Road" through Sept. 6. Tickets are $19 adults ($15 online), $13 students ($11 online). For more information, call 928-6529 or visit www.blueboxtheatrecompany.com.

'Bonnie & clyde'The CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway, Oakdale, will present "Bonnie & Clyde" from Sept. 11 to 27. Tickets range from $20 to $29. Call 218-2810 or visit www.cmpac.com.‘arsenic & old lace’Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown, will present the classic comedy “Arsenic & Old Lace” from Sept. 12 to Oct. 4. Tickets are $35 adults, $20 students. Call 724-3700.‘sWeeney Todd’Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson, will present “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” on the Mainstage, from Sept. 19 to Oct. 24. Tickets range from $15 to $30. For more infor-mation, call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.'The addaMs faMily'The CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway, Oakdale, will present the musical, "The Addams Family" from Oct. 10 to Nov. 8. Tickets range from $20 to $29. For more information, call 21802810 or visit www.cmpac.com.

for seniorsseniors’ cluBThe Seniors’ Club of North Shore Jewish Center, 385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station, meets every Tuesday, except holi-days, in the ballroom of the synagogue, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Varied programs each week, including films, entertainers, games, trips, lectures, book club and Yiddish club. Call 732-5823 for more information.

reunions▶ The Ward Melville High School Class of 1980 will hold its 35th reunion on Aug. 29 at the Country House Restaurant in Stony Brook, from 7 to 11 p.m. $80 per person includes a buffet dinner, open bar and dancing with a DJ. For more information and to RSVP, contact Bob at the Country House at 751-3332.▶ The annual Raynor Family reunion, for descendants of Thurston & Edward Raynor (1634), will be held on Oct. 3 at the Hamptons United Methodist Church, 160 Main St., Southampton, starting at 9:30 a.m. $40. Call Jeanne Raynor at 516-623-5967.

vendors wantedSmithtown United Methodist Church, 230 Middle Country Road, Smithtown, is seeking vendors for its 25th annual Country Fair, on Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 265-6945. The Manorville Historical Society is seeking vendors for its Antique/Crafts/Flea Market on Sept. 19, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on the grounds of Maples Bar and Restaurant, 10 Ryerson Ave., Manorville. For more information, call 878-1579. The St. James United Methodist Church, 532 Moriches Road, St. James, is seeking vendors for its annual Fall Indoor Garage Sale, on Sept. 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. $25 to reserve a table. Deadline Sept. 21. Call 584-5340 for more information.The New York State Office of Parks is seeking craft vendors for the 22nd annual Fall Festival at Wildwood State Park in Wading River, on Sept. 26, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 321-3518. The Whaling Museum and Education Center, 279 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor, is seeking artisans — bakers, painters, knitters, carv-ers, woodworkers, candle makers, metalsmiths, potters, weavers, quilters — for its SeaFaire, Sunday, Sept. 27. Rain date Oct. 4. For more information, visit www.cshwhalingmuseum.org/seafaire.The Smithtown Historical Society, 239 Middle Country Road, Smithtown, is seeking vendors for its Doggie Day of Smithtown, on Oct. 3, from noon to 4 p.m. Call 265-6768 or email [email protected]. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 90 Edgewater Ave., Smithtown, is seeking craft, flea market and yard sale vendors for its annual Fall Festival and Craft Fair, on Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date Oct. 24. $45 for 10-by-10 space. Call 265-4520.VFW Post 4927 Ladies Auxiliary, 31 Horseblock Road, Centereach, is seeking vendors for its annual indoor Flea Market/Craft Fair on Dec. 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Deadline to reserve table is Oct. 25. Call Ann at 981-2914. Resurrection Byzantine Catholic Church, 38 Mayflower Ave., Smithtown, is seeking vendors for its annual yard sale on Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For reservations and information, call Karen at 467-4712.

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File photo from MGM StudiosStephen King's 1976 classic horror film, 'Carrie,' will be one of the six films screened at the 10th annual Pay-To-Get-Out Horror Marathon at the Cinema Arts Centre in Huntington on Aug. 29 at 10 p.m.


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Stony Brook University Named to thePresident’s Community Engagement Honor Roll In 2014 more than 9,550 students, faculty and staff spent more than 111,000 hours on volunteer projects. You might not recognize them, but President Obama has. Stony Brook University has been recognized as a member of The President’s Higher Education Honor Roll for Community Engagement in all four categories: Community Service, Economic Opportunity, Education and the newest category, Interfaith Community Service, receiving the highest ranking of Honor Roll with Distinction. Here are just a few examples of how Stony Brook has given back to our communities:

• Provided food, clothing and toiletries to the homeless in New York City

• Held a Hurricane Sandy Relief Day, helping homeowners clean and rebuild after the storm

• Harvested food at an East End farm

• Created a bone marrow registry of more than 800 potential donors

• Cleaned up local parks and beaches

• Raised money to purchase holiday gifts for underprivileged Long Island children

• Managed a book donation drive to share the love of reading

If you’d like to find out more about Stony Brook University community service or you have a service project you’d like the campus to consider, please visit stonybrook.edu/communityrelations.

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A total of 19 Stony Brook baseball players represented the Seawolves in collegiate wooden bat summer leagues around the country, and four earned spots on their respective All-Star teams, while three claimed a league title.

Freshmen Teddy Rodli� , Nicholas Di-Eva, Bobby Honeyman and Cole Creighton were each named All-Stars this past sum-mer, while Rodli� , juniors Jack Parenty and Tim Knesnik were all members of the Ver-mont Mountaineers, the champions of the New England Collegiate Baseball League.

Rodli� � nished the summer with a 1.62 ERA in 27.2 innings of work in 11 appear-ances. He collected two wins and three saves for the Mountaineers. DiEva earned an All-Star spot as a member of the Alex-andria Aces in the Cal Ripken Collegiate Baseball League. He completed the season with a 3.17 ERA, with one win in � ve starts.

Parenty helped guide Vermont to the title by hitting .308 in 30 games. He add-ed 18 runs, 13 RBIs and 12 stolen bases. Knesnik � nished the summer with a 2.91 ERA and one win in 12.1 innings of work for the Mountaineers.

Honeyman represented the North Fork Ospreys in the Hamptons Collegiate Base-ball League’s All-Star game and � nished the season hitting .274 in 38 games with 40 hits, 14 runs scored and 11 RBIs.

Creighton, who pitched for the Trenton Generals of the Atlantic Collegiate Base-ball League, earned an All-Star spot and completed the season with a 2.76 ERA in 29.1 innings of work. He recorded three

wins and two saves while striking out 26 of the batters he faced.

Other Seawolves also enjoyed success this summer on the diamond.

Freshman Aaron Pinto took the mound for the Los Angeles Brewers of the Califor-nia Collegiate League for seven appearances with a 2.79 ERA in 19.1 innings pitched.

Sophomore Toby Handley batted .283 in 36 games for the Brewster White Caps in the Cape Cod League. He collected 34 hits, 24 runs, 16 RBIs and 15 stolen bases during the summer.

Sophomore Casey Baker batted .246 in 16 games for the Mystic Schooners of the NECBL, while freshman Andruw Gaz-zola collected 17 hits, a home run and six RBIs in 26 games for the Sanford Mainers in the NECBL.

Sophomore Jeremy Giles had 32 hits, one homerun and 16 RBIs in 36 games for the Pitts� eld Suns of the Future Collegiate Baseball League, while freshman Malcolm Nachmano� had 34 hits, two HRs and 17 RBIs in 37 games as a member of the Alex-andria Aces in the Ripken League.

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Seawolves women stumble in 2-0 lossA� er dropping its season opener to St.

John’s University, 1-0, the Stony Brook wom-en’s soccer team peppered the Sacred Heart University Pioneers with 23 shots, but couldn’t solve Pioneer goalkeeper Talia Schwartz in a 2-0 loss Sunday evening at LaValle Stadium.

“It’s a tough loss for us,” Stony Brook head coach Sue Ryan said. “Playing back-to-back games on the weekend with a young team is still a process. I liked the way we started the game on Friday, but not so much today. It felt like we were chasing the game once we fell behind by a goal.”

Stony Brook had the � rst scoring chance in the match when junior forward and mid-� elder Lindsay Hutchinson squared a ball onto the path of sophomore forward and mid� elder Manuela Corcho, but her shot

was blocked by a sliding defender.� e Pioneers took the lead in the 11th

minute when Lindsay Corallo’s cross con-nected with the foot of Melanie DaSilva on the far post.

Redshirt junior forward Raven Edwards nearly equalled the game at 1-1 with a le� -footed volley o� a Cor-cho cross, but it, too, didn’t make its way to goal because of a block by a Pioneer defender.

Sophomore forward Maddie Good got loose in the box and un-leashed a rocket shot on

net, but the goalie was able to paw it to safety.Alexis Parlato made the score 2-0 six

minutes into the second half, following up a shot attempt that went o� the crossbar.

Senior forward and mid� elder Emily Murrer came within inches of cutting the

lead in half minutes later, but her redirec-tion of redshirt junior defender Priscilla Wiggins’ cross struck the crossbar.

Wiggins had the Seawolves last legitimate scoring opportunity in the 85th minute. She hit a low shot headed for the inside of the far post, but it was met with a diving save.

� e Seawolves outshot the Pioneers 23-12 in shots and 8-4 in shots on goal.

Wiggins had a game-high � ve shots, and senior mid� elder Tessa Devereaux led Stony Brook with two shots on goal.

Ryan went deep into her bench on Sun-day, as 21 players saw the � eld.

Freshman Cara Gallagher and junior Emily Doherty each played a half in goal for Stony Brook. Both made one save while conceding once.

� e Seawolves head to Fair� eld, Conn. to compete in the Fair� eld Invitational next weekend. � ere they will play Central Con-necticut State University on Aug. 28 and Drexel University on Aug. 30.

SBU represented in summer baseball leagues

File photo from SBU Teddy Rodli� hurls a pitch from the mound in a game last season.

File photos from SBU Raven Edwards dribbles the ball across the � eld in a game last season.

‘Playing back-to-back games on the weekend with a young team is still a process. I liked the way we started the game on Friday, but not so much today.’

— SUE RYAN


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please call 751–7663

ASSEMBLIES OF GODSTONY BROOK CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY

Connecting to God, Each Other and the World400 Nicolls Road, E. Setauket

(631) 689–1127 • Fax (631) 689–1215www.stonybrookchristian.com

Pastor Troy Reid Weekly Schedule

Sunday Worship w/nursery 10 amKidmo Children’s Church • Ignited Youth

Fellowship and Food Always to FollowTuesday Evening Prayer: 7 pm

� ursday Morning Bible Study w/Co� ee & Bagels: 10 amFriday Night Experience “FNX” for Pre K-Middle School: 6:30 pm

Ignite Youth Ministry: 7:30 pmCheck out our website for other events and times

BYZANTINE CATHOLICRESURRECTION BYZANTINE

CATHOLIC CHURCH38 Mayfl ower Avenue, Smithtown NY 11787

631–759–[email protected]

Fr. Jack Custer, SSL., STD., Pastor Cantor Joseph S. DurkoDivine Liturgy: Sunday, 11:15am followed by fellowship in the parish hall.

Holy Days: 7:00pm. See website for days and times.Faith Formation for All Ages:

Sunday School (Ages 4-13), alternate Sundays at 10:00amByzanTeens (14-18), alternate Tuesdays at 7:00pm

Adult Faith Formation: Mondays at 7:00pm. PrayerAnon Prayergroup for substance addictions:

Wednesdays at 7 pmSee the website for current topics and schedule.

� e Sacraments: Baptism, Chrismation and Eucharist for infants, children and adults arranged by appointment. Sacrament of Matrimony arranged by appointment. Sacrament of Repentance: Sundays 10:50 to 11:05am and

before or aft er all other services.All services in English. A parish of the Byzantine Catholic Eparchy of Passaic.

CATHOLICCHURCH OF ST. GERARD MAJELLA300 Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station

(631) 473–2900 • Fax (631) 473–0015www.stgmajella.org

Rev. Gennaro DiSpigno, PastorOffi ce of Christian Formation • 928–2550

We celebrate Eucharist Saturday evening 5 pm, Sunday 7:30, 9 and 11 am

Weekday Mass Monday–Friday 9 amWe celebrate Baptism

Th ird weekend of each month during any of our weekend MassesWe celebrate Marriage

Arrangements can be made at the church with our Pastor or DeaconWe celebrate Penance

Confession is celebrated on Saturdays from 4–5 pmWe celebrate You!

Visit Our � ri� Shop Mon. – Fri. 10 am–4 pm + Sat. 10 am–2 pm

INFANT JESUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH110 Myrtle Ave., Port Jefferson, NY 11777

(631) 473-0165 • Fax (631) 331-8094www.www.infantjesus.org

Reverend Patrick M. Riegger, PastorAssociates: Rev. Francis Lasrado & Rev. Rolando Ticllasuca

To schedule Baptisms and Weddings, Please call the RectoryConfessions: Saturdays 12:30-1:15 pm in the Lower Church

Religious Ed.: (631) 928-0447 • Parish Outreach: (631) 331-6145Weekly Masses:

6:50 and 9 am in the Church, 12 pm in the Chapel*Weekend Masses:

Saturday at 5 pm in the Church, 5:15 pm in the Chapel*Sunday at 7:30 am, 10:30 am, 12 pm, and 5 pm in the Church

and at 8:30 am, 10 am, and 11:30 am (Family Mass) in the Chapel*Spanish Masses:

Sunday at 8:45 am and Wednesday at 6 pm in the Church*Held at the Infant Jesus Chapel at St. Charles Hospital

Religious Education: (631) 928-0447Parish Outreach: (631) 331-6145

CATHOLICST. JAMES ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH

429 Rt. 25A, Setauket, NY 11733Phone/Fax: (631) 941–4141

Mission Statement: In faith we come together to celebrate the Eucharist as a Parish Family; and as a Catholic community of faith,

we are sent to be Christ to the world around us.Weekday Masses: Monday – Saturday 8:00 am

Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil 5:00 pm

Sunday 8:00am, 9:30 am (family), 11:30 am (choir), 6:00 pm (Youth)O� ce Hours: Monday–Th ursday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm,

Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Saturday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, Baptisms: Sundays at 1:30 pm (except during Lent)

Reconciliation: Saturdays 4:00 – 4:45 pm or by appointmentAnointing Of Th e Sick: by request

Holy Matrimony: contact the o� ce at least 9 months before desired date

CONGREGATIONALMT. SINAI CONGREGATIONALUNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

233 North Country Road, Mt. Sinai • (631) 473–1582www.mtsinaichurchli.org

“No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here”

Sunday Services at 10 amSunday School and childcare off ered at the 10 am service and

open to all infants to 8th grade.Last Sundays of the month: 10 am Welcome Sunday Service

A service welcoming those with di� ering abilities We are an Open and A� rming Congregation.

EPISCOPALALL SOULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH

“Our little historic church on the hill” across from the Stony Brook Duck Pond

Main Street, Stony Brook • (631) 751–0034www.allsouls–stonybrook.org • [email protected]

Please come and welcome our new Priests:The Rev. Dr. Richard Visconti, Priest–In–Charge

The Rev. Farrell Graves, Priest AssociateSunday Holy Eucharist: 8 and 9:30 am

Religious instruction for children follows the 9:30 am Service� is is a small eclectic Episcopal congregation

that has a personal touch. We welcome all regardless of where you are on your spiritual journey. Walk with us.

CAROLINE CHURCH OF BROOKHAVEN

The Rev. Cn. Dr. Richard D. Visconti, RectorThe Rev. Farrell Graves, Priest Associate

1 Dyke Road on the Village Green, SetauketWeb site: www.carolinechurch.net

Parish Office email: [email protected](631) 941–4245

Summer Sunday Services: 8:00 am and 10:00 amCamp Caroline for children at 10:00 am

Weekend Holy Eucharist’s: Th ursday 12:00 pmYouth, Music and Services off ered

Let God walk with you as part of our family–friendly community.

EPISCOPAL CHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

127 Barnum Ave., Port Jefferson(631) 473–0273

email: [email protected] www.christchurchportjeff.org

Father Anthony DiLorenzo: Priest–In–ChargeSunday Eucharist: 8 am and 10 am/Wednesday 10 in our chapel

Sunday School and Nursery at 9:30 amOur ministries: Welcome Inn on Mondays at 5:45 pm

AA meetings on Tuesdays and Th ursdays at 7 pm/Prayer Group on Wednesdays at 10:30 am/Bible Study on Th ursdays at 10 am.It is the mission of the people of Christ Church to grow in our

relationship with Jesus Christ and to make his love known to all through our lives and ministry.

We at Christ Church are a joyful, welcoming community. Wherever you are in your journey of life we want to

be part of it.

EVANGELICALTHREE VILLAGE CHURCH

Knowing Christ...Making Him Known322 Route 25A, East Setauket • (631) 941–3670

www.3vc.orgLead Pastor Josh Moody

Sunday Worship Schedule9:15 am:Worship Service Sunday School (Pre–K – Adult),

Nursery 10:30 am: Bagel/Coff ee Fellowship11:00 am: Worship, Nursery, Pre–K, Cornerstone Kids (Gr. K–4)

We off er weekly Teen Programs, Small Groups,Women’s Bible Studies (day & evening) & Men’s Bible Study

Faith Nursery School for ages 3 & 4Join us as we celebrate 55 years of proclaiming

the good news of Jesus Christ!

JEWISH CHABAD AT STONY BROOK

“Judaism with a smile”Future site: East side of Nicolls Rd, North of Rte 347 –Next to Fire Dept.

Current location: 821 Hawkins Ave., Lake Grove(631) 585–0521 • (800) My–Torah • www.ChabadSB.com

Rabbi Chaim & Rivkie GrossbaumRabbi Motti & Chaya GrossbaumRabbi Sholom B. & Chanie Cohen

Membership Free •Weekday, Shabbat & Holiday Services Highly acclaimed Torah Tots Preschool • Afternoon Hebrew School

Camp Gan Israel • Judaica Publishing Department • Lectures and Seminars • Living Legacy Holiday Programs

Jewish Learning InstituteFriendship Circle for Special Needs Children • The CTeen Network

N’shei Chabad Women’s Club • Cyberspace Library www.ChabadSB.com

Chabad at Stony Brook University – Rabbi Adam & Esther Stein

CORAM JEWISH CENTERYoung Israel of Coram

981 Old Town Rd., Coram • (631) 698–3939 YIC.org – [email protected]

RABBI DR. MORDECAI & MARILYN GOLSHEVSKYRABBI SAM & REBECCA GOLSHEVSKY

“THE ETERNAL FLAME–THE ETERNAL LIGHT” Weekly Channel #20 at 11 am

Shabbat Morning Services 9 am Free Membership. No building fund. Free Hebrew School. Bar/Bat Mitzvah Shabbat and Holiday Services followed by hot buffet. Adult Education Institute. Women’s Education Group–International Lectures and Torah Study. Adult Bar/Bat Mitz-

vah. Kaballah Classes. Jewish Holiday Institute. Tutorials for all ages.FREE HEBREW SCHOOL 2015–2016

Details (631)698–3939Member National Council of Young Israel

a world–wide organization.All welcome regardless of knowledge or observance level.

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JEWISH NORTH SHORE JEWISH CENTER385 Old Town Rd., Port Jefferson Station

(631) 928–3737www.NorthShoreJewishCenter.org

Rabbi Aaron BensonCantor Daniel Kramer, Rabbi Emeritus Howard Hoffman

Executive Director Marcie PlatkinServices: Daily morning and evening minyan Friday at 8 pm;Saturday 8:45 am and one hour before sundown • Tot Shabbat

Family Kehillah • Sisterhood • Men’s Club • Seniors Club • Youth Group Award–winning Religious School • Teen Community Service Program

Nursery School • Mommy and Me • Preschool Summer Program Continuing Ed • Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah • Judaica Shop

Thrift Shop • Kosher Catering PanelWe warmly welcome you to our Jewish home. Come worship, study and enjoy being Jewish with our caring NSJC family.

Member United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism.

TEMPLE ISAIAH (REFORM)1404 Stony Brook Road, Stony Brook • (631) 751–8518

A warm and caring intergenerational communitydedicated to learning, prayer, social action, and friendship.

RABBI SHARON L. SOBEL CANTOR MICHAEL F. TRACHTENBERG EMERITUS

CANTOR SCOTT HARRISRABBI EMERITUS STEPHEN A. KAROL RABBI EMERITUS ADAM D. FISHERMember Union for Reform Judaism

Sabbath Services Friday 7:30 pm and Saturday 10 am Monthly Family Service • Monthly Tot Shabbat • Religious School Youth Groups • Senior Club • Adult Education • Chavurah Groups

• Early AM Studies • Sisterhood • Brotherhood • PT

LUTHERAN–ELCA

ST. PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH309 Patchogue Road, Port Jefferson Station

(631)473–7157Rev. Paul A. Downing, Pastor

[email protected] • cell 347–423–3623Service Schedule

Sundays 8:30 am Bible Study

9:30 am Worship service with Holy CommunionFellowship Hour on the Lawn after Service

Wednesday Night Service7:30 pm Holy Communion

Friday Morning10:30 am Power of Prayer Hour

~ All are Welcome

METHODISTBETHEL AFRICAN METHODIST

EPISCOPAL CHURCH33 Christian Ave/ PO2117

E. Setauket NY 11733 (631)941 3581Rev. Gregory L. Leonard–Pastor

Sunday Worship 11 amAdult Sunday School 9:45 am/ Children 11 amLectionary Reading and Prayer Wed. 12 noon

Gospel Choir Tues. 8 pmPraise Choir and Youth Choir 3rd and 4th Fri. 6:30 pm

COMMACK UNITED METHODIST CHURCH486 Townline Road, CommackChurch Office: (631)499–7310

Fax: (631) 858–0596www.commack–umc.org • mail@commack–umc.org

Rev. Linda Bates–Stepe, Pastor

SETAUKET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH160 Main Street, Corner of 25A and Main Street

East Setauket • (631) 941–4167Rev. Sandra B. Mantz, Pastor

www.setauketumc.org • [email protected] Worship Service & Church School 10 am

10 am Worship with Holy CommunionMary & Martha Circle (Women’s Ministry)

monthly on 2nd Tuesday at noonAdult Bible Study Sunday 8 am

Prayer Group and Bible Study at the Church Wednesdays 10 am

PRESBYTERIANSETAUKET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

5 Caroline Avenue~ On the Village Green ~

(631) 941–4271 • www.setauketpresbyterian.orgEmail: [email protected]. Mary Barrett Speers, Pastor

Rev. Kate Jones Calone, Assistant PastorSunday Morning Worship at 9:30 am

With Childcare & Children’s Church SchoolOpen Door Exchange Ministry: Furnishing homes...Finding hopeAll are welcome to join this vibrant community for worship, music (voice and bell choirs), mission (local, national and international),

and fellowship. Call the church offi ce or visit our website for current information on church activities. SPC is a More Light Presbyterian Church

and part of the Covenant Network of Presbyterians working toward a church as generous and just as God’s grace.

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALISTUNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST

FELLOWSHIP AT STONY BROOK380 Nicolls Road • between Rte 347 & Rte 25A

(631) 751–0297 • www.uufsb.org • offi [email protected]. Margaret H. Allen

([email protected])Sunday Service: 10:30 am

Religious Education at UUFSB: Unitarian Universalism accepts wisdom from many sources and o� ers non-dogmatic religious education for

children from 3-18 to foster ethical and spiritual development and knowl-edge of world religions. Classes Sunday mornings at 10:30 am. Childcare

for little ones under three. Senior High Youth Group meetings Sunday evenings. Registration is ongoing.

For more information: [email protected].

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP OF HUNTINGTON

109 Brown’s Road, Huntington, NY 11743631–427–9547

www.uu� .orgRev. G. Jude Geiger, Minister

(minister@uufh .org)Starr Austin, religious educator (dreuufh @gmail.com)

Whoever you are, whomever you love, wherever you are on your life’s journey, you are welcome here.

Our services o� er a progressive, non-creedal message with room for spiritual seekers.

Services and Religious Education each Sunday at 10:30 amYouth Group, Lifespan Religious Education for Adults,

Adult and Children’s ChoirsParticipants in the Huntington Interfaith Housing Initiative

Find us on Facebook and Twitter

UNITYUNITY CHURCH OF HEALING LIGHT

203 East Pulaski Rd., Huntington Sta. (631) 385–7180

www.unityhuntingtonny.orgRev. Saba Mchunguzi

Unity Church of Healing Light is committed to helping people unfold their Christ potential to transform their lives and build

spiritual community through worship, education, prayer and service.Sunday Worship & Church School 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Prayer Service 7:30 p.m.Sign Language Interpreter at Sunday Service

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He looks so normal, so familiar; but then the ex-changes begin between him, Dan and Iris, and we are perversely aware that there is nothing normal about Bill Reach or James Schultz for that matter.

A chronological questioning commences, and it is here we see the true talent of Schultz. Expectations of a rabid, crazed lunatic who takes life from people is anticipated, but this is not the case with most serial killers, and Schultz’s restraint in this regard is stupen-dous. With a blank stare, a severe sociopathic being comes alive as he describes his killings in a matter of fact tone. The audience is hearing it, but in the back of our minds we are not really believing it. Methodically, he unwinds the details of his carnage. He says things

like, “It wasn’t murder, murderers have motives, I kill,” and “Don’t insult me, most people don’t torture what they hunt.”

As Schultz describes what it feels like to kill, the theater was eerily quiet, audience captivated and for a moment almost simulated a poetry reading. Even-tually we see outbursts and violence from Reach that Schultz brings to a new level. He frightens the audi-ence with a lingering energy and so much so that when his character is not the focal point, the audience is still very much aware that evil is in the room. Ab-solutely incredible and only the work of a true master.

David Morrissey Jr. governs this production with the intensity and passion of a veteran director. Part of the talented triad team that makes Bluebox Theatre Company tick, Morrissey creates synergy among his characters and movement on stage that will surprise you. Coached by his counterparts, Joe Rubino and

Andrew Beck, this play secures their place among our local theaters and stages. Transmitting themes that might be difficult to digest such as how the media is responsible for making monsters like Reach into ce-lebrities and identifying internal motives for these in-explicable acts of hatred and violence is no easy feat, but this small green production company succeeds on every level.

The Performing Arts Studio of New York is a spe-cial place and keeps the urban culture of the big city alive in a small town, but seating is limited. Walk fast, sprint, no run to see “Down the Road” as it won’t be here for long. For mature audience only.

The Performing Arts Studio of New York, 11 Trad-ers Cove, Port Jefferson, will present “Down the Road” through Sept. 6. Tickets are $19 adults ($15 online), $13 students ($11 online). For more information, call 631-928-6529 or visit www.blueboxtheatrecompany.com.

‘Down the Road’Continued from page B15


Port Jefferson Dance Academy

331–9385

REGISTER NOW FOR FALL CLASSES AUGUST 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27

SEPTEMBER 1st and 3rd 4:30 – 7:30 PM

All New Students Receive a Free Pair of Tights

Special Pre-School Classes FOR 3-5 YEAR OLDS • LIMITED OPENINGS

Director: Tara Lennstrom1125 – 2 Route 112

Port Jefferson Stationwww.portjeffersondanceacademy.com

(Located 1/4 mile south of Rte 347)

C E L E B R ATI N G O U R 21s t Y E A R!

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Port Je� erson Dance Acade-my was found in 1995 by Tara A. Lennstrom. Celebrating its 21st year, the goal of the dance academy is to give students and parents an enjoyable experience while learn-ing the joy of dance.

Director, Tara A. Lennstrom is a member of Dance Masters of America, Dance Educators of America, Professional Dance Teachers. Dancing for 35 years and teaching for over 20 years, a gradu-ate of Ward Melville High School and Dean College, she received a degree in Dance Education. Tara has done choreography for local schools and has numerous perfor-mance credits including Eglevsky Nutcracker, Bi-Centennial Liberty Tap Dancer and Sesame Street and Friends. In addition, she has been recognized by ‘Who’s Who in

Dance’ National Organization.Classes are o� ered in all forms

of dance including Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Hip-Hop and Lyrical as well as a Pre-school Program for the 3-5 year old dancer. In addition to their year round program, they also o� er a Sum-mer program and a Princess Dance Camp.

All classes are taught by certi-� ed adult teachers in a family friendly atmosphere.

� e annual year end Recital is held at Stony Brook University at the Staller Center. � e studio is also home to the Port Je� er-son Dance Company which is a Community Service based Perfor-mance group. Stop in or call for more information about the stu-dio and its upcoming registration for its 21st season!

Port Je� erson Dance Academy

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If your child could use a little help get-ting back into the school swing of things, there are a number of simple things you can do to make the transition easier. “Take steps these final few weeks of summer to help your student prepare mentally and otherwise for a new school year,” advises Eileen Huntington of Huntington Learn-ing Center. Huntington offers these tips to ready children for the first day and week of school:

Call up friends. If your child hasn’t seen classmates from last year all summer, now is a great time to arrange a few activities with school friends. If you know students who will be in your child’s class, encourage your child to reach out to them, too.

Make a school visit. Stop by the school at least once to let your child walk around and check out his or her new classroom, if possible. If your child has an opportunity to meet staff members and his or her new teacher (at back-to-school night or in an-other way), take advantage.

Go over the routine. If your summer routine has been relaxed, now is the time to remind your child how a typical school day will go. If needed, start enforcing a reasonable bedtime a few weeks before school starts. Hang a family schedule and/or calendar in a visible place.

Get the home organized. Keep hooks near the entry door to your home where your child can keep the backpack, jacket and other school gear. Have him or her or-ganize his or her desk or homework area. Take your child shopping to restock school and organizational supplies for the home and the classroom. Don’t forget to buy a new planner for him or her to use to stay on top of all obligations and assignments.

Do some refresher work. The final few weeks of summer, incorporate a little school work into your child’s daily sched-ule, using workbooks or worksheets from last year to brush up on math, reading and other basics. To practice writing, have your child keep a daily journal on the things he

or she did this summer. As you bump up bedtime, include reading in the nightly routine—letting your child choose books from the library.

Sit down to talk about goals. Goal set-ting can be a powerful tool. Talk with your child about the things that he or she would like to accomplish or change this school year — academic or otherwise. If your child had any difficulties last year, let him or her know that you are there to help and want to maintain open communication about school.

When it comes to preparing for back to school, a little can go a long way. “Back to school preparation is largely about getting in the right mind-set,” says Huntington. “Help your child prepare by talking positively about this coming school year and the good things to come. Remind your child of the best parts of school, and also let him or her know that you’re always there to help problem solve when issues arise.”

School is just around the corner!

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We would like to welcome you to Michelle Ferraro’s Dance USA, one of the most prestigious dance studios on Long Island. Since 1993, we have devoted ourselves to building a studio of excellence and dedication to dance education, in a fun and loving atmosphere. We have a wonderful staff that is dedicated to giving each and every student the personal attention they deserve. In order to achieve this, we limit class size so that all our of students are able to really get thorough training, not only in dance steps but dance terminology as well. We have class viewing the first week of every month and we encourage parents to watch their children’s development throughout the year. Our dance studio is beautiful and spacious. We have five dance rooms with specially designed floors that inhibit injury. We have a girls and boys locker room and bathrooms in every dance room for convenience. Dance USA offers classes in all areas of dance to students ranging from 2 years of age through adults.

We offer all of our students the chance to participate in our annual dance recital in June (with the exception of our Tiny Tot students). Tiny Tots have their recital at the studio. For the rest of the students, our recital will be held at a local High School. Participating in the recital is not mandatory, but we encourage all of our students to show off what they learned all year.

Some of the classes offered include:TIny TOTS - (2½ - 3½ yr. old) this is a 45 minute

creative movement class, which incorporates very basic ballet and acrobatic skills.

Pre-ScHOOL - (4 yr. old) this is a more structured class, where the child will be given a combination of very basic tap, ballet and acro skills.

PrIMAry I/II -(5 & 6 yr. old) these are combo classes that will introduce the students to elementary ballet and elementary tap (Primary I, 5 yr. old) and elementary jazz and tap (Primary II, 6 yr. old).

TAP - (7 yr. old & up) the most American form of all dance forms. rhythmical sounds made by movement of the feet wearing shoes with metal taps, a strong builder of timing, rhythm and it develops quick alert thinking along with coordination.

BALLeT - (7 yr. old & up) a graded level of russian and Italian methods. All elements of barre, centre, adagio and allegro are taught in each class along with ballet terminology.

POInTe - dancing on a specially constructed shoe, these classes are only available to qualified students with substantial ballet training. This class is offered on the recommendation of the teacher.

JAzz - (7 yr. old & up) technique and dances taught to modern upbeat music. Warm-ups consisting of barre, isolation, and floor exercises, down the floor

progressions and dance combinations.cOnTeMPOrAry - (7 yr. old & up) a field of

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BreAkIn - (5 yr. old & up) a form of solo dancing that involves rapid acrobatic moves in which different parts of the body touch the ground. normally to the rhythm of rap music.

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Thirteen-year-old Jessica Finger has loved dolphins all her life. Now, in cel-ebration of International Dolphin Day, which is held every year in Septem-ber, she is giving back by organizing a unique fundraising event on Sunday, Aug. 30, to help them. Titled Dogs for Dolphins, the event is part of her Bat Mitzvah community service project.

It is customary for a community ser-vice project to go hand in hand with a Bat Mitzvah, along with Hebrew school and learning about the Jewish faith. Her Bat Mitzvah is scheduled for October.

Jessica has a very strong stance on anti-captivity of these beautiful sea crea-tures. “I’ve been passionate about helping dolphins and whales since I was really little,” said Jessica. “I started to like them because of SeaWorld, but then I realized the truth and now I am an activist against [SeaWorld].”

“[Dolphins] are just more intelligent than other mammals ... they live with their families for their entire lives and they are very interesting,” said Jessica, adding that killer whales (orcas) have a special place in her heart. Her favorite book is “Behind the Dolphin Smile” by former dolphin trainer Richard O’Barry.

Her mother Beth said that Jessica be-came even more passionate about saving dolphins after watching “The Cove.” The 2009 documentary shows O’Barry ex-posing Japan’s massive dolphin slaughter that takes place in the town of Taiji by local fisherman annually from Septem-ber through April. The group Whale and Dolphin Conservation has stated that, since 2000, more than 18,000 dolphins from seven different species have been ei-ther killed or taken into captivity during the Taiji hunt.

According to the teenager, “it changed my life ever since. I now use Instagram to be an activist for dolphins in captivity and for giving updates about the infa-mous ‘Cove’ in Japan,” she said.

Barry went on to found The Dolphin Project, which aims to stop the murder and exploitation of dolphins around the world. Jessica found out about this orga-nization about a year ago through social media and decided to raise money to sup-port this noble cause. With a goal of $750, she has already raised $336.

Jessica and her mother completed a six-hour training course at the Long Is-land Aquarium this summer and now

volunteer at the Riverhead tourist attrac-tion where they interact with guests and provide them with interesting facts about the animals there. Jessica’s favorite job is working at the touch tank where visitors can have a hands-on encounter with sea stars, clams, whelks, hermit crabs and horseshoe crabs.

“I agreed to volunteer with Jessica since it’s something that she desperately want-

ed. I have to admit that I am enjoying it very much and look forward to it as much as she does. I am constantly amazed at how knowledgeable she is about marine life. We are excited to volunteer at a seal release on Monday, Aug. 31, at Cedar Beach in Mt. Sinai,” said her mother, adding “It’s also a great way for us to have some meaningful mother-daughter time.” Members of the Riverhead Foun-

dation for Marine Research and Preser-vation will be at the event to speak about how they rehabilitate marine life.

A true animal lover, Jessica lives in Nesconset with her parents, two younger brothers, a dog named Summer, two rab-bits, three tortoises, a frog and tropical fish. Jessica said her goal in life is to “be either a marine biologist or a member of The Dolphin Project.”

“I am very proud of Jessica for her compassion for all animals. She has deep integrity at such a young age. Her love for animals led her to become a vegetarian when she was only eight years old — she will not wear leather or even enjoy marsh-mallows and S’mores with her friends be-cause there is gelatin [an animal product] in them,” said Jessica’s mom. Her stance has “inspired several of her friends to be-come vegetarians too,” she added.

“It is appropriate that the occasion of her Bat Mitzvah, when she takes on the role of being a responsible young adult, was the impetus for Jessica to bring the community together to help make the world a better place. In Judaism, we call that Tikkun Olam, and I can’t think of a better way for Jessica to launch this next chapter of her life as a Bat Mitzvah,” said her mother proudly.

On Aug. 30, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Jessica invites the community to bring their dogs along with friends and family to the Baiting Hollow Farm Vineyard, 2114 Sound Ave., Calverton, for a walk through the trails of the vineyard to sup-port a great cause.

The walk will be followed by lunch, a pie tasting, activities for kids and dogs, crafts and wine. Patrons will be able to decorate bandanas for their dogs and play games. Massage gift certificates, gift cards to restaurants and cooking classes at Sur la Table will be raffled off during the afternoon.

The event is sponsored by Animal Health and Wellness Veterinary Care in Setauket, Pet Supplies Plus and Long Island Iced Tea, and patrons can expect an endless supply of free ice tea and pet treats.

There is a $10 per person suggested do-nation at the door (includes lunch) with 100 percent of the proceeds going to sup-port The Dolphin Project (www.dolphin-project.net). There is no rain date. Ad-vance registration is available by visiting www.crowdrise.com/dogsfordolphins. For more information, please call 917-414-4526.

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Fun Fridays!The Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor, will hold a Fun Friday event on Aug. 28, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Come in and create, design and explore at their hands-on stations. Free with admission to the museum. For more information, call 367-3418.TurTles, snakes and Frogs, oh My!Connetquot River State Park Preserve, 3525 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, will present a fam-ily program for all ages titled Turtles, Snakes and Frogs, Oh My! on Aug. 29, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Meet Myrtle the Turtle and her friends during this interactive program introducing turtles, snakes, and frogs. Then enjoy a short hike to explore the habitats of the animals that call Connetquot home. $3 per child. Advance registration required by calling 581-1072.a royal Tea ParTyJoin the CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway, Oakdale, for a Royal Tea Party on Aug. 29 at 2 p.m. Meet some of your favorite princesses, learn princess etiquette, take part in a singalong and enjoy cookies and tea. For ages 4 and up. $20 per child, parents free. Call 218-2810 or visit www.cmpac.com for more information.gaMes oF scienceThe Long Island Science Center, 11 W. Main St., Riverhead, will present Game Week, through Aug. 29, from noon to 4 p.m. Can you lift a cup with a balloon or a bottle with a pencil? Can you balance a clown or a butterf ly on one finger? Come have fun with science and games before school starts. Sand art on Aug. 28. $5 per person. For more information, call 208-8000 or visit www.lisciencecenter.org.riverhead railroad FesTivalThe Railroad Museum of Long Island, 416 Griffing Ave., Riverhead, will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a festival, on Aug. 29 and 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come ride the 1964-1965 World’s Fair Train and visit the historic Lionel Toy Train layout. See many operating toy train layouts in “G,” “O,” “HO,” “N,” and “Z” scale. View working machines of the “Long Island Antique Power Association.” At 11:20 a.m. each day, ride the LIRR “Scoot” and visit the muse-um’s other location in Greenport, then return to Riverhead by 2 p.m. Vendors; refreshments; tra-ditional railroad music by Sampawams Creek, noon to 3 p.m. each day; and much more. Adults $8, children ages 5 to 12 $4, children 4 and under, free. Visit rmli.us for more information.

consTrucT a claM!The Maritime Explorium, 101 E. Broadway, Port Jefferson, will present a walk-in program titled Construct A Clam! from 1 to 5 p.m., through Aug. 30. Build a clam puzzle to learn about these amazing mollusks. $5. Call 331-3277 or visit www.maritimeexplorium.org. for more information.PiraTeFesTAhoy mateys! Join the Whaling Museum, 301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor, in a celebration of all things pirate, on Aug. 30, from noon to 3 p.m. Partake in fun games and nautical crafts. Door prizes for costumes. Fun for all ages! $8 per child, $5 members. For more information, call 367-3418.visiT The buTTerFliesThe Butterf ly and Moth Vivarium, Long Island’s first living seasonal butterf ly display, at the Sweetbriar Nature Center, 62 Eckernkamp Drive, Smithtown, will be open daily, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through September. Featuring more than 20 species of native North American butterf lies, complete with lush vegetation and f lowers necessary for their survival. $5 adults, $3 seniors and children under 12. For more information, call 979-6344.

Theater‘sue ology and The (Possibly) haunTed house’The CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway, Oakdale, will present “Sue Ology and the (Possibly) Haunted House” on Sept. 19 at 2 p.m. and Sept. 26 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets are $12. Call 218-2810 or visit www.cmpac.com.‘JaMes and The gianT Peach’The John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St., Northport, will present “James and the Giant Peach” from Sept. 26 to Nov. 1. Tickets are $15. For more information, call 261-2900 or visit www.engemantheater.com.‘alice’s Wonderland advenTures’Theatre Three, 412 Main St., Port Jefferson, will present the musical, “Alice’s Wonderland Adventures,” on Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 24 at 11 a.m. and Oct. 18 at 3 p.m. Tickets are $10. Call 928-9100 or visit www.theatrethree.com.‘The Jungle book - kids ediTion’The Smithtown Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. Main St., Smithtown, will present the musical “The Jungle Book - Kids Edition” from Oct. 17 to Nov. 8. Tickets are $10. Call 724-3700 or visit www.smithtownpac.org.

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File photoThe Riverhead Railroad Festival will be held this weekend, Aug. 29 and 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

LEGO Building ContestDo you love building with LEGOS?

Want to show off your most creative creations? The Ward Melville Heritage Organization is currently seeking en-tries for its 3rd annual LEGO Building Contest and Exhibit to be held from Sept. 19 to Oct. 18 at its Educational and Cultural Center, 97P Main St., Stony Brook. Grab your family, friends, Scout troop, church group or school club and start building to win prizes! Teams may be individuals or groups up to five members. Contestants must submit an entry form (found online at www.wmho.org.) by Sept. 7 to reserve a spot. Creations must be dropped off on Sept. 18 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and will be on dis-play until Oct. 18 when prizes will be awarded and creations will be picked up. All submissions must be original creations. Pre-designed kits or projects found online will not be accepted. For more information, call 631-751-2244.


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Photos by Elyse SuttonClockwise from top left, Kai Gronenthal, age 4, of Port Je� erson and his brother Finn, age 1, play Pick-up Sticks; James Haynes, age 6, of Mt. Sinai tries out the ball-and-cup game; R.J. Rau, age 6, of Sound Beach and his sister Julia, age 9, pose in the face-in-a-hole stand de-signed by Morgan Brett; Julia Rau peruses the paper dolls. Above, from left, teen volunteers Peggy Yin, Mackenzie Der and Lexi Becker try their hand at Pick-up Sticks.

Stepping back in timeIt was an a� ernoon of good old-fashioned fun at the Port Je� erson Free Library last

Saturday. � e library took part in the village’s 1st annual Heritage Celebration by o� er-ing the chance to play old-fashioned games on its front lawn. Pick-up Sticks, Jacks, paper dolls, hopscotch and the ball-and-cup game all made an appearance. Lemonade and cookies were served and story time was held throughout the day. � e event was a won-derful success thanks to the e� orts of teen volunteers Peggy Yin, Mackenzie Der, Lexi Becker, Gavin Barrett, Cameron Cohen and Saoirse Cohen and Friends of the Library volunteers Sandra Swenk, Cat Redman, Debbie Santo, Joanne Wright and Chris Norton.

Heritage Day at the Port Je� erson Free Library

August 22, 2015


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