Thursday
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Mother’s Day Boutique
Helping Hand Rescue Mission has scheduled its Annual Mothers Day Boutique to be held on May 1, 2 and 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Helping Hand Rescue Mission, 225 Broadway in Huntington Station (five blocks East of the railroad station). There will be a good mix of everything including giftware, jewelry, collectibles, domestics, toys, new clothes, paintings, frames, etc. Bargains Galore! For more information, call 631-351-6996.

North Shore Civil War Roundtable
The North Shore Civil War Roundtable hosts New York City Roundtable President and reenactor Pat Falci in his entertaining presentation on Confederate Gen’l A.P. Hill May 1 at the Walt Whitman Barnes & Noble on Rte 110 in Huntington at 7:30 p.m. The event is free.

Sociable Singles
The Singles Division of the Y JCC hosts weekly discussions for singles over the age of 55 the first and third Thursdays of each month from 3-5 p.m. Free for members, $4 for non-members. 631-462-9800.

Friday
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Opera Night Concert
Come out for a festive celebration of Long Island’s finest voices with the Opera Night Concert. Singers will be performing in costume designed by local artists. The concert will take place on May 2 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Methodist Church located at 270 Main Street in Northport. Bring a $5 donation. For more information, call 631-261-8808.

Open Mike Night
Sandy and Steve Edwards host the “Happenings on Main Street – Open Mike Night” at 7 p.m. at the corner of Main Street and Bayview Avenue in Northport. Presented by the Northport Arts Coalition and the Northport Chamber of Commerce. 631-757-3230, free.

Saturday
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Multi-Family Yard Sale
There will be a multi-family yard sale on Saturday May 3 from 9 a.m. –1 p.m. at the Congregational Church of Huntington, located at 30 Washington Drive in Centerport
The rain date will be on May 10. For more information, call 631-423-4004.

Falcon Ridge Folk Festival
The Falcon Ridge Folk Festival, which ranks among America’s largest and most prestigious music festivals, has announced it will inaugurate its 20th anniversary year by sponsoring a 23-show preview tour in May featuring four “emerging artists” who were voted “most wanted to return” by 2007 festival attendees.  The tour will showcase performing songwriters Anthony da Costa, Lindsay Mac, Joe Crookston and Randall Williams at renowned venues, including The Congregational Church of Huntington, 30 Washington Drive, Centerport May 3 at 8:30 p.m. Hosted by the Folk Music Society of Huntington tickets are $20 for general admission and $15 for members. For more information, call 631-425-2925


Sunday
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A Walk Through Caumsett
From 9:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. there will be a traditional nature walk on May 4, approximately 3 miles long, on which participants will explore nature in the southwest section of Caumsett State Historic Park, located at 25 Lloyd Harbor Road in Huntington. For more information, call 631-423-1770.

Monday
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Dancing Around The World
The Huntington Folk Dancers meet Monday evenings during the school year at Washington Primary School on Whitson Road in Huntington Station.  Dancing is on an intermediate level.  Newcomers are welcome.  There is no dancing if schools are closed for holidays or bad weather.  For further information, call 631-423-5417.

Crocheting Fun
Come out the first Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. for the Long Island Crochet Guild’s monthly meeting at Halesite Fire station. There are no dues and beginners are welcome. Contact Katie at 631-427-5373 for more information.

Homework Help
Homework Help Every Monday that school is in session, a tutoring program in reading for first, second and third graders will be offered at Central Presbyterian Church, 240 Main St., Huntington, from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Free. 631-242-5101.

Monday Night Bingo
Enjoy a night of fun while supporting the Arthritis Foundation Long Island Chapter every Monday night at the 110 Bingo Hall, 585 Broadhollow Rd, Melville, across from Fortunoff’s Backyard Store. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the game begins at 7:15 p.m. 631-427-8272.

Tuesday
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Sustainability On Long Island
Be a part of Long Island’s Second Annual Sustainability Conference to be held on May 6 at the Huntington Hilton, to break down the barriers and find new solutions to the critical issues facing Long Island today.  Through interactive workshops, a diverse group of Long Island’s stakeholders will construct a roadmap to a future that is economically thriving, environmentally healthy and prosperous for all Long Islanders.

Focusing On Shutterbugs
Huntington Camera Club Enthusiasts are welcome every Tuesday from 7:30– 9:30 p.m. to pick up pointers, share their work and join in the fun of photography. Meetings are held at the Huntington Public Library’s Main Meeting Room, 338 Main St. http://www.huntingtoncameraclub.org.

Meals On Wheels
Meals On Wheels of Huntington is in need of volunteers, who work in teams, to deliver midday meals to shut-ins. It takes two hours of your time, one day a week. Substitutes are also needed to fill in, occasionally, when regular drivers are not available. They also have a pressing need for nurses, who can volunteer to screen potential clients. For more information call 631- 271-5150 weekdays between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Wednesday
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Kids Stuff Is Fun Stuff
KIDSTUF, family theatre featuring music, drama and storytelling for kids K-6 and their parents at Northport Baptist Church, 400 Elwood Rd, East Northport takes place every Wednesday from 7- 8 p.m., followed by family café until 8:30 p.m. Free Admission. A great upbeat atmosphere of family fun and character building. For more information call 631-368-5023.

Breast Cancer Support Group
The Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Rd., Commack is offering an ongoing Breast Cancer Support Group on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 7:15 – 8:45 p.m. Admission is free. Crisis counseling will also be available by appointment at no charge. 631-462-9800, ext. 129.

Singles Chat Group
The Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Rd., Commack offers a weekly chat group for all singles, beginning with refreshments from 7:45 to 8:15 p.m., continuing with discussion from 8:15 – 9:30 p.m. Facilitated by Paula Silver, CSW. $4 members; $7 non-members. 631-462-9800.

At The Libraries
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Cold Spring Harbor Public Library
95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor. 631-692-6820. Cshlibrary.suffolk.lib.ny.us.
• Drop-in activity and story time for kids starts every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. and 10 a.m. Call for more details.
• Paul Brigandi, Coney Island historian and memorabilia collector, will take you on a trip down memory lane on May 2 at 2 p.m. Brigandi will share photographs, video clips, and memorabilia from his extensive collections. If you have fond memories of Coney Island, then you do not want to miss this presentation!

Commack Public Library
18 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631-499-0888.
• Join the library’s Bestseller Club by filling out a form found on the website and dropping it off at the circulation or reference desk.
• Join Jeanne Hall and watch your birdhouse convert into a picture frame decorated with a bright red bird puppet on May 3 at 10 a.m. A parent or adult caregiver must remain with the child during this program.

Deer Park Public Library
44 Lake Avenue, Deer Park. 631-586-3000.
• Get your best Sherlock Holmes on with the monthly mystery book club, which meets every second Tuesday at 6 p.m. New titles every month.
• Professional, expert quilter Gloria Bliender will instruct novice and experienced quilters on techniques that will improve your quilting skills on May 3. Sample quilts will be on display at the reference desk.

Elwood Public Library
3027 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood. 631-499-3722. www.elwood.suffolk.lib.ny.us.

Half Hollow Hills Library
Dix Hills Branch: 55 Vanderbilt Parkway. 631-421-4530; Melville: 510 Sweet Hollow Road. 631-421-4535.
• Wednesdays, in Dix Hills: For new English speakers. Enjoyable practice speaking English. No tests, no pressure. All are welcome, no need to register. Come and bring a friend if you like. Refreshments served.

Harborfields Public Library
31 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-757-4200.
• Students can get their homework questions answered all year from Homework Help offered on the library’s website.
• Local artist Mario Giuseppe Santoro, an accomplished painter, will have several of his paintings on display through May 28. His work depicts the breathtaking shoreline along the coast of Italy where he was born.  He will also be showing several still lifes, and portraits from his collection.  His style is diverse, and reflects his eclectic persona. 

Huntington Public Library
Main Branch: 338 Main Street, Huntington. 631-427-5165. Station Branch: 1335 New York Avenue, Huntington Station. 631-421-5053.
• Take 10 percent off your insurance and up to four points off your license with the Empire Defensive Driving Course. 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Huntington Village, $26 fee, payable to Empire Safety Council.
• There will be a two-hour delayed opening at the Huntington Village Library, as well as the Station Branch, on Wednesday, May 7, due to staff training.  Both locations will be open to the public at 11 a.m.
• Come to the HPL Café, sip your coffee and enjoy the Home Grown String Band, this family of four that has played throughout the U.S, and on May 16 they will be playing traditional and original American roots music with eight instruments between them and percussive dance as well. Their repertoire consists of blues, bluegrass, country and folk. 7:30 p.m. Doors will open15 minutes before the performance.

Northport-East Northport Public Library
151 Laurel Avenue, Northport. 631-261-6930. 185 Larkfield Road, East Northport. 631-261-2313. www.nenpl.org.
• Children listen to a broad range of literature, songs and finger plays, and create a theme-related craft in a group setting. The 30 minute program takes place in Northport: Mondays, 1:30 p.m. and in East Northport: Fridays, 1:30 p.m.
• The king of rock ‘n roll returns when Andrew G Ratway performs as Elvis on May 2 at 7:30 p.m. at the Northport branch.

South Huntington Public Library
145 Pidgeon Hill Road, Huntington Station. 631-549-4411. www.shpl.info.
• My Grown-Up & Me is an integrated developmental playgroup that allows each grown-up and child team to have a meaningful experience through music and play. Co-sponsored by Alternatives for Children of Melville; facilitated by music therapist Beth Schwartz. Enrollment limited to 10 children, ages 18-30 months and accompanying adult. No siblings. To enroll, call Alternatives for Children at 271-0777. A South Huntington library card is required for the April 30- June 11 program. No repeaters, please.

Theater/Film
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Arena Players Children’s Theatre
294 Route 109, East Farmingdale.
516-293-0674.

Arena Players Repertory Theatre
296 Route 109, East Farmingdale.
516-293-0674.
• All Main Stage Productions performed as scheduled. Friday, 8:30 p.m.
$18; Saturday, 8:30 p.m. $22; and Sunday, 3 p.m. $18.

Cinema Arts Centre
423 Park Avenue, Huntington. www.cinemaartscentre.org. 631-423-7611.
• Legendary filmmaker Ingmar Bergman’s sensitive, thinly-veiled portrait of his own family, Fanny and Alexander, will show on May 1 at 7:30 p.m.
• Two-time Academy Award-nominated Animator Bill Plympton appears in person to take you on a personal tour through his acclaimed animated films including the world premiere of his latest short, Hot Dog on May 6 at 7:30 p.m.

Dix Hills Center for the Performing Arts
Five Towns College, 305 N. Service Road, Dix Hills. Box office: 631-656-2148. www.dixhillsperformingarts.org.
• The annual Guitar Extravaganza, this year “A Musical Salute to Minton’s Playhouse,” will be held Thursday, May 1 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10.
• May performances kick off May 3 at 7:30 p.m. and May 4 at 2 p.m., when the Center will present the Broadway Bound Musical Review, featuring many favorite Broadway show stoppers without the lengthy train ride. The talents of FTC’s seniors will be showcased in this popular production. Tickets are $15 ($10 for seniors or students).
• On May 5 at 7:30 p.m., the Center will present Mostly Barbershop, featuring the Five Towns College A Capella Ensembles, the Long Island Sound Chorus and the Island Hills Sweet Adelines Chorus. These ensembles are comprised of top-notch barbershop and chorus members, contemporary singers and professional vocalists. Tickets are $10.
• On May 6 at 7:30 p.m., the Center will present its annual Spring Concert featuring the Five Towns College Chorus, Choir and Concert Pops ensembles, once again featuring the talents of Five Towns Students. With Chorus and Choir direction by Jeffrey Lipton and the Concert Pops direction by Dean Karahalis, the audience is in for a special evening of entertainment. Tickets are $10.
• On May 7 at 7:30 p.m., the Center will present an Evening of Jazz featuring the Five Towns College Jazz Orchestra and Vocal Jazz Ensemble. These two traditional favorites never disappoint. Tickets are$10.

The Minstrel Players of Northport
Performing at Houghton Hall theatre at Trinity Episcopal Church 130 Main Street, Northport Village. 631-732-2926, www.minstrelplayers.org.
• The Minstrel Players of Northport will be performing The Man Who Came To Dinner at Houghton Hall theatre at Trinity Episcopal Church located at 130 Main Street in Northport Village. Performances will be on May 2 at 8 p.m., April 26 and May 4 at 8 p.m. and April 27 and May 4 at 3 p.m. Prices are $15 adults and $12 seniors/children. Opening night special of $10 for all seats. For more information, please call 631-732-2926 or visit us online at www.minstrelplayers.org.

John W. Engeman Theater at Northport
250 Main Street, Northport Village. Box Office: 631-261-2900. www.engemantheater.com
• Fee! Fie! Foe! Fum! The Engeman Theater has something fun! The John W. Engeman Theater at Northport and Commerce Bank are pleased to announce the Children’s Theater production of Jack And The Beanstalk running May 10- June 1.

Star Playhouse
At the Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack.631-462-9800 ext. 136.

Township Theatre Group
631-421-9832. www.townshiptheatregroup.com
• Township Theatre Group will present, Over the River and Through the Woods, directed by Fred Sprauer performance dates will be May 30 and 31, June 1, 6 and 7, 2008. A number of opportunities also exist for those interested in building and painting sets, as well as other backstage activities.

Casting Calls
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Stage Manager Needed
The Minstrel Players of Northport are looking for a Stage Manager for future productions. Stage Manager should be handy. For more information, please call 631-732-2926 or visit us online at www.minstrelplayers.org.

Ohman Ballet
Auditions for 3-5 year olds in creative movement and classical ballet training for students. All are welcome, with some or no experience. Fee involved. The school is structured in Balanchine teachings. 60 Calvert Ave., Commack. 631-462-6266 for placement class.

Searching For Strings
Northport Community Orchestra Local musicians are invited to join a community orchestra being formed by Northport area musicians. String players are especially needed. Experience preferred. Interested players should contact Richard Hyman at 631-462-6617 to schedule an interview. www.northportchorale.com.

Museums/Exhibits
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Alpan Gallery
2 West Carver Street, Huntington. Gallery hours: Wednesday – Saturday 11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 631-423-4433. www.alpangallery.com.
• Alpan International 2007, a mixed-media group exhibition, will feature Art from all over the world will be judged by Heng-Gil Han of the Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning.

Adobe Artes
26 Gerard Street, Huntington. Gallery hours: Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sunday 12 – 5 p.m. 631-385-8410. www.adobeartes.com
• Adobe Artes offers a wide variety of authentic Native American art, along with Southwestern-style designs, paints, prints and home decorations.

 Art League of Long Island
107 East Deer Park Road, Dix Hills. Gallery hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. weekdays; 11 a.m. –4 p.m. weekends. 631-462-5400. www.ArtLeagueLI.org.
• Art League of Long Island’s curriculum includes classes in all media, workshops, lectures, tours and demonstrations — for ages 3-1/2 through adult.

b.j. spoke Gallery
299 Main Street, Huntington. Gallery hours: Monday – Sunday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., until 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. 631-549-5106.

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery
1660 Route 25A, Cold Spring Harbor. Open seven days a week, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.: $5 adults; $3 children 3 – 17 and seniors over 65; members and children under 3 are free. 516-692-6768. http://www.cshfha.org/
• Features New York State’s largest collection of fresh water fish, reptiles and amphibians housed in two aquarium buildings and eight outdoor ponds.

fotofoto Gallery
372 New York Avenue, Huntington. Gallery hours: Friday 5 – 9 p.m., Saturday 12 – 9 p.m., Sunday 12 – 5 p.m. 631-549-0448. www.fotofotogallery.com.
Greenlawn-Centerport Historical Association
P.O. Box 354, Greenlawn. 631-754-1180. www.gcha.info.
• Volunteers meet every Saturday at the Gardiner Barn , 900 Park Avenue, Huntington,(corner of Little Plains Rd.) Come at 9 a.m. and get involved.

Huntington Arts Council
Main Street Petite Gallery: 213 Main Street, Huntington. Gallery hours: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Art in the Art-Trium: 25 Melville Park Road, Melville. Gallery Hours: Monday – Friday 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. 631-271-8423. www.huntingtonarts.org.
• “Awakening” at the Art-Trium curated by William Grabowski showing from April 10 – July 4.
• “Visage, 5th Annual Portrait Show,” juried by Randall DiGiuseppe, portraitist and instructor at The Stevens Academy of Art in Oyster Bay will be on display until May 16.

Heckscher Museum of Art
2 Prime Avenue, Huntington. Museum hours: Tuesday – Friday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., first Fridays from 10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m. 631-351-3250. Admission $5/adults, $3/seniors, and $1/children; members free. 631-351-3250.
• The Heckscher museum will re-open April 26 featuring two new exhibits: “To Infinity and Beyond: Mathematics in Contemporary Art,” which will be on display through June 22 and “ The Heckscher Museum of Art Rediscovered: From Lucas Cranach to Olafure Eliasson” on display through September.

Huntington Historical Society
Main office/library: 209 Main Street, Huntington. Museums: Conklin House, 2 High Street. Kissam House/Museum Shop, 434 Park Avenue. 631-427-7045, ext. 401. http://www.huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org/
• Conklin Museum House Tours: Colonial, Federal and Victorian interpretations and collections, group tours welcomed. Thursday, Friday and Sundays, 1 – 4 p.m. Please call ahead for availability.
• The Historical Society’s popular Museum Shop is full of lovely antiques and collectibles such as china, silver, glassware, furniture, and artwork. The shop is located on the Dr. Daniel Kissam House Property at 434 Park Ave. The Museum Shop hours are Tuesday - Friday and Sunday from 1 – 4 p.m.
• “Our Town” art exhibit will be on display at the David Conklin Farmhouse. Admission is free.
• A family favorite, the Sheep to Shawl Festival; featuring real sheep shearing demonstrations, crafts and games for the children, weaving and other historical demonstrations, traditional live music and more will take place May 4 at the Kissam House Museum from 12- 4 p.m.

Joseph Lloyd Manor House
Lloyd Lane and Lloyd Harbor Road, Lloyd Neck Saturday – Sunday 1 – 5 p.m. (last tour at 4:30). Adults $3, Children 7-14, $2, groups by appointment only. 631-692-4664. www.splia.org
• The Lloyd Manor was the home of Jupiter Hammon, a slave who became the first published black poet. Exhibits and tours are given regularly.

LaMantia Gallery
127 Main Street, East Northport. 631-754-8414. www.lamantiagallery.com
Martin Lerman Gallery
716 New York Avenue, Huntington. 631-421-0258. Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• The works of Mark Kuhn, Saul Umanzor and Carol Fonde will be on display, “ where artists meet technology.”

Northport Historical Society Museum
215 Main Street, Northport. Museum hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 1 – 4:30 p.m. 631-757-9859. www.Northporthistorical.org.
•The gift shop features charming antiques and collectibles and is open during museum hours.
• Teachers can take advantage of the history education program. Classes are September-November and January-May. $3/student.
• Northport Historical Society will host its third annual Spring Attic, Basement, Closet (ABC) Sale on May 3 from 10a.m.- 3 p.m., on the museum’s front lawn at 215 Main Street, Northport. Shoppers are advised to come early so as not to miss out on that perfect item at a bargain price. Donations are welcome. Spring is the perfect time to clean out attics, basements, and closets and gather together clean and saleable antiques, collectibles, books, jewelry and nifty household items (no clothing or electrical appliances, please) to donate to this yard sale. The sale’s proceeds go to support the ongoing programs and exhibits planned for the year.

Open Gallery
70 Main Street, Northport. 631-754-0501. www.opengalleryart.com
• On display through the summer, the gallery offers a selection of oils and acrylic paintings by several established Korean artists with diverse styles.

Ripe Gallery
67 Broadway, Greenlawn. 631-807-5296. Gallery hours Tuesday and Wednesday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Thursday 2 – 7 p.m.; Friday 2 – 9 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. www.ripeartgal.com
• “Love, War, and the Human Experience” - A Gallery Showing through the Eyes of a Psychotherapist... Paintings and Collage by Gail Staal, LCSW. Staal is a resident of Manhasset and works with individuals, families, and groups, and her artwork reflects wonder, diversity, and what it means to be a compassionate human being. Running through May 10.

Suffolk Y JCC
74 Hauppauge Road, Commack. 631-462-9800, ext. 140. Tuesday 1 – 4 p.m. Admission: $5 per person, $18 per family. Special group programs available.
• Daily Programs for Seniors The Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center will offer daily activities for seniors aged 60+, including crafts, card games, lunch and musical entertainment. Parties are held for holidays and birthdays, with a book club that also meets monthly and weekly interest groups. Call Ellen Katz at 631-462-9800 to sign up.

Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium
180 Little Neck Road, Centerport. Museum hours: Tuesday – Friday, 12 –4 p.m., Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, 12 to 5 p.m.; closed Mondays except for holiday weeks. Grounds admission: $5 adults, $3 seniors, students, and $2 children under 12. Museum tour, add $3 per person. 631-854-5555. www.vanderbiltmuseum.org.

Walt Whitman Birthplace
246 Old Walt Whitman Road, Huntington Station. Hours: Wednesday –Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission: $4 adults, $3 seniors/students, and children under 18 are free. 631-427-5240. www.waltwhitman.org.
• Visit the 19th century farmhouse and the Interpretive Center with the exhibit “Walt Whitman - Long Island and the World.”
• The center is available for rent for events or meetings. It features a P.A. system, seats 70 adults and features electronic equipment. Call for more information.

The Whaling Museum
Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor. Museum hours:  Tuesday – Sunday, 11a.m. – 5 p.m. $4 adults, $3 seniors, $3 students 5 – 18, family $12; military and children under 5 are free. 631-367-3418.
www.cshwhalingmuseum.org.
• A new exhibit, Pirates! Opens September 18 and runs through August 2008.
• The Whaling Museum at Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor will be presenting a Children’s Craft of decorating a small tote bag for Mother’s Day at 2 p.m. $8 non-members (includes admission and film); $3 members.

Cold Spring Harbor Arts Center
128 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor. 631-367-7062. www.cshartscenter.com.
• Every Saturday, Ernie Byrd & Friends — Dave LaLama on piano and Noriko Ueda on bass, perform live.

InterMedia Art Center (IMAC)
370 New York Avenue, Huntington. 631-549-ARTS. www.imactheater.org.
• Renowned and revered the world over as one of the greatest saxophone players of all-time, David Sanborn is an artist whose music has inspired countless other musicians while creating a body of work that spans the genres of rock, R&B, pop and jazz.  On May 3 at 7 and 9:30 p.m. he will be performing. A naturally gifted performer, Sanborn has helped define the saxophone’s modern sound while influencing a generation.

Ridotto, Concerts with a Touch of Class
At Old First Church, Route 25A in Huntington. 631-385-0373. www.Ridotto.org.

Meetings
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The Long Island Business Association
LIBA is an informal group focused on generating new business for its members by allowing members a platform to promote their business. LIBA is currently seeking new members in the medical, financial planning, landscaping, catering, and limousine professions. Membership is free. LIBA will meet every second and fourth Wednesday of each month at 7:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn Express, Rte 347, Setauket. 631-834-9671.

United States Coast Guard
Auxiliary The Cold Spring Harbor Flotilla of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary is seeking to further align itself with the community it serves. Meetings will be held at the Cold Spring Harbor Library on
the second Monday of every month at 7:30 p.m. Discover what the Auxiliary is doing in your community, and how you can participate. Contact Ed Conway, 516-223-3887.

Trauma into Peace
The support group provides a safe space for women to explore many avenues of healing: food and nutrition, mediation, body language translations and somatic bridge techniques. I AM Books,
315 Main St., Huntington. 631-651-8292.

Upcoming & Ongoing
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Sponsor A Homeless Dog Or Cat
Become a Little Shelter Sponsor and help with the cost of food, housing and medical care of one animal. The cost for sponsorship is $35 per month. Check out the various dogs and cats available for
adoption or sponsor on www.littleshelter.com. 631-368-8770, ext. 205.

Send the Troops a Care Package
Drop off supplies to send to the troops overseas at the Huntington and Cold Spring Harbor offices of Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate, 156 East Main St. in Huntington or 37 Main St. in Cold Spring Harbor. Most requested items include hygiene supplies, correspondence supplies, puzzle books/cards, sun block, chewing gum and energy drinks. 631-549-4400; 631-692-5400.

Mommy and Me
The Jewish Academy (JA) offers moms and toddlers a time to play, create, and socialize in a Jewish environment. Free play is offered at an indoor playground, and crafts and Jewish songs are a
part of the morning. Children enjoy a Shabbat Party with grape juice and snacks after making their own real Shabbat Challah. The series runs on Thursdays and Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m. Children ages 1-3 are
invited; the fee is $10 per session. Call the JA, 178 Cedar Rd., East Northport at 631-368-2600 to reserve your place.

Singles Rap The
Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Rd., Commack hosts a weekly Rap Group designed to discuss singles topics on Wednesdays from 8:30 – 9:45 p.m.
Refreshments are served from 8 – 8:30 p.m. Members $4, non-members $7.

Play at the JA
The Shalom Kidzone, a product of the Jewish Academy (JA), 178 Cedar Rd., East Northport, is offering "Play at the JA" for children aged 6 months to 4 years, accompanied by a parent. Enjoy open play at an
indoor playground, and experiment with arts and crafts. "Play at the JA" is every Tuesday, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. 631-368-2600.

Lunch N' Learn
Nourish your mind and body at the Chai Center, 501 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills, every Tuesday at Torah class. The class is taught by Rabbi Saacks and will take place from 12:30 – 2 p.m. 631-351-8672.

Parent Leadership Initiative
Parent Leadership Initiative (PLI) programs in Huntington, Islip, and Southampton are recruiting new parent participants to join their groups. PLI is an innovative program designed to encourage parents
from diverse cultural, ethnic, and economic backgrounds to take an active leadership role in their communities. The program begins with a retreat and 15 weekly early evening workshops at a convenient local site. Child-care and dinner are provided. 631-462-0303, ext. 104 or 631-287-5734, ext. 404.

Social/Support Groups
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Arthritis Support Group
The Long Island Arthritis Support Group, sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation meets the first Tuesday of each month for a group discussion at theArthritis Foundation Office, 501 Walt Whitman Rd., Melville at 7 p.m. 631-427-8272. Next meeting September 4, 7 p.m.

Free Infant Formula
The Commodity Supplemental Food Program has free Enfamil Infant Formula (both Regular and Soy available) for income-qualified families who are not on the WIC Program. The new income guidelines are: a family of two with a weekly gross income of $488 is eligible. For each additional family member add $124. 631-491-4169.

Breast Cancer
Support Group The Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Rd., Commack is offering an ongoing Breast Cancer Support Group on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 7:15 – 8:45 p.m. Admission is free. Crisis counseling will also be available by appointment at no charge. 631-462-9800, ext. 129.

Free Food for Seniors
The Commodity Supplemental Food Program/FAN is offering free food for seniors age 60 or over that are income-eligible. The food package includes cheese, milk, cereal, juices, canned fruits, vegetables, meat, and more. Those eligible include a single senior whose gross monthly income is $1,062 or less, and a seniors couple, whose gross monthly income is $1,430 or less. All information is confidential and citizenship is not required. 631-491-4169.

Hearing Loss Association of America
The Huntington chapter of the HLAA (formerly SHHH), opening the world of communication for people with hearing loss by providing information, education, support and advocacy, meets the first Friday of every month (except December, July and August) at Harborfields Public Library, 31 Broadway, Greenlawn at 7 p.m. 631-549-3901 or e-mail
greata@optonline.net.

MS Support Group
Get information and share with others who understand the feeling of MS. We are a mixed group of people with MS ranging from the fully ambulatory to the wheelchair-bound. We recognize the diversity and unpredictability of MS and help each other cope with the ups and downs of this disease. We are well aware of the tendency towards denial and the effect that MS has on our self-esteem and family relations. Our goal is to go beyond our frustration and anger, while always in search of that silver
lining. Come be a part of our group and know that confidentiality is important to us. Second Tuesday of every month, 11 a.m. –12:30 p.m. Huntington public library. 631-470-5565.

Anger Management
Family Service League is offering a group for adults who are having difficulty with anger management. Learn how to manage anger to better manage life. Group participation will satisfy court requirements for mandated clients. Wednesdays, 7 –8 p.m. 790 Park Ave., Huntington. Pre-registration required. 631-427-3700, ext. 503.

Bereavement Group
Those who have experienced perinatal loss (the death of a baby before, during or after birth) can some for support to Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church, 53 Prospect Road in Centerport. A monthly meeting will take place the third Friday of every month at 7 p.m. in the parish center. Facilitated by Brigid Larsen, R.N., B.S.N and Jeff Larsen, bereaved parents of Mary Elizabeth and Rose. 631-754-9045.

Learn First Aid
Huntington residents wishing to learn more about becoming a member of the Huntington Community First Aid Squad should stop by headquarters at 2 Railroad St. from 2 to 3:30 p.m. the third
Sunday of each month, beginning September 17. 631-421-1263.

Widows & Widowers
The Widow & Widower's Social Group of the Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Rd., Commack, will host a lecture and discussion every second and fourth Tuesday of each month from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. $4
members, $7 non-members. Next meeting on July 24. 631-462-9800.

Parents For Megan's Law
At no cost to the community, Parents for Megan's Law (PFML) will actively e-mail to notify residents each time Suffolk and Nassau County Police Departments (and other local municipal Long Island
Police Departments) release sex offender notifications for Level 2 (moderate risk) and Level 3 (high risk) sex offenders. Volunteers are also needed. 631-689-2672 or www.parentsformeganslaw.com.

Moms Club
Are you a Stay At Home Mom (SAHM)? Are you looking to meet other SAHMs? The Moms Club of West Babylon offers a variety of social events for moms and their kids. 631-412-5512.

Save Haven Support Group
The Save Haven Support Group meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month at 7 p.m. for parents or caregivers of special needs children or loved ones. No signup is required and there is no childcare provided. Meetings are held at the Christian Life Center at the Northport Baptist Church, 400 Elwood Rd., East Northport.

Bereavement Support Group
The Upper Room Christian World Center, 722 Deer Park Road, Dix Hills, holds a bereavement support group on the third Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Family Focus Conference Room. 631-242-5359, ext. 325.

Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Group
The Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Rd., Commack has a breast and ovarian cancer support group that meets on the second and fourth Wednesday ofeach month from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. 631-462-9800, ext. 129.

C.A.I.R.
The Community Advocacy Information and Referral Center assists with clothing, food, advocacy, translation, legal services, counseling and other issues. C.A.I.R. is open Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. – 8p.m., Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and located at 90 East 5th Street, Huntington Station. 631-425-9694.

Donate Old Cell Phones
The Victims Information Bureau of Suffolk is asking for old cell phones. The funds raised from phone recycling will be used to support counseling and outreach services for victims of abuse and violence.
631-360-3730.

Job Seekers
A guidance program for anyone seeking employment, recent college grads, first time job hunters, or recently terminated and under-employed. Experienced counselors help sharpen search skills
every Monday at 7 p.m. in the Community Room at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs' Church, Prospect and Mill Dam Roads, Centerport. 631-754-9045.

Lend A Helping Hand
The Huntington Breast Cancer Action Coalition (HBCAC) through its lend-a-helping-hand program offers support services to Huntington residents diagnosed with breast cancer. Services include medical
transportation, house cleaning, emergency medication and medical supplies. Services are free and donations are gratefully received. 631-547-1518.

Long Island Crisis Center
Long Island Crisis Center offers 24 hours/7 days a week crisis intervention counseling. Call us if you are depressed or hopeless, have a teen out of control, or want to beat an addiction. Long Island
Crisis Center is free, confidential and anonymous. The number is 516-679-1111. Call anytime – because it's okay to ask for help.

Reach To Recovery
American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is a one-to-one peer support program for women facing breast cancer. Reach to Recovery volunteers are breast cancer survivors who give support, offer
information, and provide hope to newly diagnosed patients. 1-800-ACS-2345 or www.cancer.org.

Self-Help Support
Recovery, Inc., a self-help group for nervous symptoms and fears, meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Huntington Village Green, West Wing Room 209, 423 Park Ave.

Seniors Help Seniors
The Senior Companion Program is looking for energized seniors to assist other seniors in the area to remain independent and dignified in their homes and community. Earn a small tax-free stipend and travel
reimbursements for your help while knowing you are making a difference in someone's life. 631-351-8229, ext. 206. E

Elderly Day Care
If you are overwhelmed by caring for an elderly loved one, the Elderly Day Services on the Sound, a social model day program offers a Caregivers Support Group meeting on the second Thursday of every month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Northport VA Hospital grounds. 631-261-6603.

Post-Adoption Clinic
The Family Service League's new post-adoption counseling program is dedicated to helping to support adoptive families in difficult times. All services are confidential and free of charge. 631-666-6330, ext.
106.

24-Hour AIDS Hotline
Got a question about HIV/AIDS? Want to find out how to get tested? Call Long Island's only comprehensive 24-hour AIDS Hotline at 1-877-865-4222 or 631-385-AIDS (2437). The hotline is TTY accessible for people who are hearing or speech-impaired and counselors fluent in Spanish are available during normal business hours.

Adult Day Service
Day Haven, a not-for-profit organization, offers an adult day service program for older adults. Programs are for persons with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders. Programs are open Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with extended hours 7:30 a.m. to5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Transportation is available. 631-586-4664.

Got Debt?
The Family Service League of Suffolk County has a Debt Hotline for people who need information regarding debt problems. Thursdays from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. 631-666-6330.

Elder Link
The Family Service League of Suffolk and the Parish Outreach of St. Hugh of Lincoln Church provide Elder Link to assist Huntington residents over age 60 who have a difficulty with everyday activities.
631-427-3700, ext. 275.

Kosher Lunch Program
If you are over 60, the Suffolk Y JCC in cooperation with the Jewish Association for Services for the Aged provides daily low cost, nutritionally balanced kosher meals prepared on-site by professional
staff in a restaurant-style atmosphere. Monday through Friday, 12 – 1 p.m. Reservation required by 11 a.m. Suggested donation, $2. 631-462-9800. Caregivers Support Group
Support group for parents and caregivers of children in elementary and middle school meets Tuesdays, 12 – 1 p.m. at the Family Service League, 790 Park Ave., Huntington. 631-427-3700.

Survivors of Sexual Abuse
The Family Service League, 790 Park Ave., Huntington, is starting a support group on Mondays for survivors to cope with their feelings resulting from sexual abuse. 631-427-3700, ext. 221.

General Bereavement Support Group
Relief from the pain of losing a beloved relative or friend can be found in this small, non-sectarian general bereavement support group, sponsored by Our Lady Queen of Martyrs' Parish outreach. With the help of a trained facilitator, discover ways to cope with loss by sharing experiences with others. No cost, everyone welcomed regardless of faith. 631-457- 9045.

Counseling
Confidential and professional counseling for individuals and families. Individual, Marital, child and group therapy is available at the Family Service League of Suffolk County on a sliding scale and most
insurance is accepted. 631-427-3700.

Caregivers Support Group
Support system for caregivers and family members suffering with Alzheimer's Disease and other dementia-related behaviors. Meets third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Cold Spring Hills Center for
Nursing and Rehabilitation Adult Day Car Health Program, Sagamore Building, 378 Syosset Woodbury Rd., Woodbury. Free. 516-622-7770.

Caregivers Support Group
Free of charge and open to anyone who is caring for a loved one over the age of 60. This new group presents new ways to learn how to cope and gain a better understanding of your
relationship with your loved one. Meets the 4th Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center located on 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack . For further information or to register, please contact Ellen Katz, MPS, at 631-462-9800, ext 220.

Holocaust Survivors and Friends Group
Meetings consist of a short discussion on current events followed by a presentation on subjects of general interest. Please join us if you are a survivor or friend of a survivor, whether or not you were in a camp. Meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 1:00 p.m. at the Suffolk Y Jewish Community Center, located on 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack. Free and open to all. Please call Ann Freifeld at 631-462-9800, ext. 121

Looking for Answers? ...or Opportunities
The Children's Center, providing Early Intervention, Pre-School and School-Age Education programs offers no-cost screenings for youngsters with known or suspected disabilities or developmental delays. Opportunities are also available for qualified substitute teachers and substitutes teacher's aides at Commack location. Call 631-543-2338 for more information.

Continuing Education Classes
The Huntington Youth Bureau's Project Excel, a non-profit program for youth, along with BOCES, is currently providing GED, continuing education courses. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Mondays and Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Call 631-271-5499 for more information.

New Bereavement Support Group
The Singles Division of the Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Rd, Commack has started a new bereavement support group for people who have high school-aged children or younger, meeting every other Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Members $4, non-members $7. 631-462-9800 ext. 139.

Volunteer
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Long Island Cares – Check Out Hunger
The Harry Chapin Food Bank is looking for volunteers to assist in its 15th annual Check-Out Hunger campaign from October 2007 to January 2008. Volunteers will set up and maintain Check-Out Hunger supplies at stores in their local area. Sign up begins immediately, approximately 1/2 hour per week. 631-582-3663, ext. 105.

Join Long Island Volunteer Enterprise (LIVE)
LIVE is a charitable organization that recruits teams of volunteers from the corporate, academic and non-for-profit sectors to help improve the quality of life for residents on Long Island. Agencies
such as the LI Alzheimer's Foundation, Science Museum of LI, EAC, and Little Shelter have requested assistance from LIVE. If interestedcontact Karen Bomzer at 631-754-6640.

Boys & Girls Club The Huntington Station
Enrichment Center Boys & Girls club seeks community volunteers wishing to mentor students ages 5-17. Perfect opportunity for teachers, retirees and college students. If interested in scheduling an interview, contact Unit Director Ron Worrell at 631-425-2640.

Adult Literacy Tutors Needed Literacy
Suffolk, Inc. is seeking adult volunteers to provide free tutoring to other adults in our community who need help learning to read, write, and/or speak English. A 21-hour tutor-training workshop is required.
631-286-1649.

Huntington Historical Society
The Huntington Historical Society seeks volunteer educators for its children's education program. These programs will take place at the David Conklin Farmhouse Museum and the Dr. Daniel W. Kissam House, both of which are filled with fascinating collections and historic background. The Society also seeks docent interpreters, as well as volunteers for the Museum Shop, and for various office duties. Adaptable hours are available and training is provided. Please call and inquire 631-427-7045, ext. 403.

Help Victims Help victims of Domestic
Violence by volunteering for the 24-hour hotline of the Suffolk County Coalition Against Domestic Violence. The hotline provides crisis intervention, counseling, and referrals. Training required. A 4
hour/week, 6-month commitment is required. Can be done from the volunteer's home. Volunteers asked to be good listeners. Also seeking bilinguals. Contact Suzanne Staub, 631-666-7181, ext. 324.

Meals On Wheels
Volunteers who work in pairs are needed for Meals on Wheels, 90 High St., Huntington, to deliver midday meals to shut-ins. Two hours, only one day a week. Nurses are also needed who can volunteer to screen
potential clients. Call weekdays, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. 631-271-5150.

Helping The Homebound
Suffolk County Helen Keller Services for the Blind is seeking volunteers in all areas of Suffolk County to spend one or two hours a week visiting blind, elderly people who are homebound, and are particularly in need of volunteers in the Huntington and Northport areas. Visits will involve socialization, reading mail, and in some cases, transportation to the store or doctor. 631-424-0022.

FSL Volunteers
The Family Service League of Suffolk County needs volunteers for the Huntington Community Thrift Shop. For further information call Carole Klee at 427-3700, ext. 264. The League also needs volunteers to work with children, senior citizens, and emotionally disabled adults. Donations are always welcome to support programs not funded by other sources.

Long Island Crisis Center
The Crisis Center needs volunteers for the oldest crisis intervention hotline. Call 516-826-0244 for more information about becoming a counselor.

AA Help line
Alcoholics Anonymous of Suffolk County has maintained a volunteer membership-supported, 24 hours a day/seven days a week Help line for over 30 years. If you or someone you know needs the location to one of over 600 weekly Suffolk County AA meetings or information about AA fellowship, please call 631-669-1124.