Issue #32, November 3, 2006

North Fork Events

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3

LANDSCAPES AND SEASCAPES- At the deCordova Studio & Gallery presents “Landscapes & Seascapes” from October 7 until Nov. 13. Group show exhibiting works in watercolor, prints, sculpture, and photography. Hours are Fridays from 3 to 7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays from 12 to 4 p.m. or by appointment or when the flag is flying. Located at 538 Main Street. Call 631-477-0620 for more information.

GREET THE HARVEST- It’s time to greet the harvest moon at the Soundview Restaurant in Greenport. The Southold West Branch of the Eastern Long Island Hospital Auxiliary hosts its Annual Autumn Benefit beginning at 6:30 pm. All are invited to join the festivities, which include cocktails, dinner and dancing to the easy listening sounds of DJ Ed Wright. Opportunities to win one of five great prizes during the evening include a first prize of a $1,000 savings bond generously donated by North Fork Bank. Tickets are $45.00 per person and may be purchased by calling 631-765-2206.

“CRIMES OF THE HEART”- Playing at the North Fork Community Theater in Mattituck enjoy the show ‘Crimes of the Heart’ by Beth Henley. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 3 and 4, 8 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 5, 2:30 p.m. Tickets: $12. 631-298-6328 or www.nfct.com.

HEALING YOGA- Energy Healing and the Chakras, a Workshop with Adriana Barone, Craniosacral Therapist and Energy Healer, at Peconic River Yoga, 320 E. Main St., Riverhead from 7 pm - 9 pm Fee: $40. Call 631-369-9569 for info.

AUTUMN BENEFIT- 6:30 p.m. the Eastern Long Island Hospital Annual Autumn benefit at Soundview Restaurant, Greenport will take place. Cocktails, dinner, dancing and prizes. All proceeds go to ELIH. Tickets: $45. Call 631-765-2206.

NIGHT AT THE RACES- At 6 p.m. check out a ‘Night at the Races’ hosted by Marian Council No. 3852, Knights of Columbus, at K of C Hall, Depot Lane, Cutchogue. Pasta buffet dinner included. Admission: $7. Call 631-734-7338 for more info.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4

MEMORIAL 5K- 9 a.m. get your running shoes on for the Dr. Dennis Claire Memorial 5K Footrace at Greenport High School in honor of Dr. Claire, who taught English at the school. Adults, $25; students, $20. Call 631-477-1950.

HARVEST OF GOODS AND SERVICES- At 6 p.m. check out the ‘Harvest of Goods and Services,’ live auction to benefit St. Isidore’s School, Riverhead, in school auditorium. Sealed bids accepted day of auction from 3-5 p.m. Tickets: $15, The ticket price includes catered food and beverages. Call 631-727-1650.

HISTORICAL PRESENTATION- The Town of Southold and Peconic Land Trust will host the noted archaeologist Dr. Ralph Solecki at the Downs Farm Preserve at 10 a.m. for a historical presentation on Fort Corchaug. Call 631-283-3195 for more info.

AT THE VAIL-LEAVITT- Always a good time, at 8 p.m. check out the ‘Stevie Ray Vaughan Experience’ performed by Eddie Jelley and Coldshot at the Vail-Leavitt Music Hall, Riverhead. Tickets: $20. Advance sales can be purchased at the East End Arts Council, 631-727-0900 or the EastEnders Coffee House at 631-727-2656.

CUSTER INSTITUTE- From dusk to midnight head down to the Custer Institute and Observatory, Main Bayview Road, Southold, open to public for tours, astronomy, chat and observing the night sky, weather permitting every Saturday. Suggested donation: $2. Call 631-765-2626.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5

LIVE BAND- At 2 p.m. the No Doubt World Famous Monday Night Band, conducted by Donald Howard, begins concert season with ‘Armed Forces Salute,’ and compositions by John Williams, Irving Berlin, Richard Rodgers and John Phillip Sousa in Howard Hovey Auditorium, Pulaski Street School, Riverhead. Music from James Bond and Walt Disney movies. Should be a great time for everyone and the tickets are free; donations accepted for student scholarship fund. Call 631-369-8889 for more information.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

STITCH WITCHES- Mondays, 7-9 p.m.—Stitch Witches (knitters, quilters, spinners, weavers, felters and other hand-crafters) all meet at the EastEnders Coffee House, East Main Street, Riverhead. Call 631-591-1810.

FITNESS ON THE NORTH FORK- Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.—fitness/training with a ride from Greenport to Orient Point for cyclists. Begins at Aldo's on Front Street, Greenport, weather permitting. Must have road bike and helmet. Call 631-477-0271 or e-mail Greenportrider@aol.com.

ONGOING EVENTS

SEAPORT MUSEUM- East End Seaport Museum and Maritime Foundation, Third Street, Greenport, open daily, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Tuesdays. 631-477-2100.

SKATEBOARDING – Great skate park in Greenport offering ramps and a half pipe. Call 631-477-2385 for hours.

INDIAN MUSEUM – In Southold, open Sundays from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 631-765-5577.

CAROUSEL – The Greenport Village carousel in Mitchell Park is open Saturdays, Sundays and school holidays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info for all facilities at the park including the ice rink and camera obsura can be found by calling 631-477-2200.

CUSTER OBSERVATORY– Weather permitting Custer staff will be on hand to assist visitors in observing the night sky using their telescopes. From sunset until midnight in Southold. Call 631-765-2626.

MEDITATION – Buddhist meditations on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church on Main Street in Southold. Call 631-949-13-77.

BINGO – Play bingo at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at Southold American Legion Post 803, Main Road and Tuckers Lane. For more information call 631-765-2276.

ART- At the Old Town Art and Crafts Guild, Main Road, Cutchogue, open Fridays, Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sundays, noon-5 p.m. Call 631-734-6382.

HALLOCKVILLE- The Hallockville Museum Farm, 6038 Sound Ave., Riverhead is open for tours Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 631-298-5292.