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DIGITAL EBOOK NORTH SHORE TODAY / FEBRUARY 27, 2013T H E G U I D E F O R T H E D I S C R I M I N A T I N G
DIGITAL EBOOK • FEBRUARY 27, 2013 • VOL. XXIX, NO. 27
333 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 200Jericho, NY 11753(516) 870-3737
www.learningrx.com/jericho
Brain BrainTrainingWhat it is, how it works,What it is, how it works, and why should you careand why should you care
A faster, smarter brain improves performance at school, at work, in sports–even behind the wheel of a car! Is brain training right for you or someone you love? Take advantage of the certifi cate below and take the fi rst step to fi nding out!
FREEFREEBrain SkillsBrain Skills
Assessment!Assessment!
Gift CerticateGift Certi cateOne Complimentary Brain Skills AssessmentOne Complimentary Brain Skills Assessment
• Using the Woodcock Johnson III series of professional cognitive skills tests• See how well your son or daughterʼs brain is currently handling daily tasks like thinking, focusing, learning and remembering• Uncover weak brain skills and learn how a customized brain training program can improve those skills and increase IQ
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Changes
Lives!
7x MoreEffectiveThanTutoring
Certifi cate #LRX4198Valid at Jericho, NY Location only. One certificate per family.Valid at Jericho, NY Location only. One certifi cate per family.
Expires 4/30/2013. Call (516) 870-3737 to schedule.Expires 4/30/2013. Call (516) 870-3737 to schedule.
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How to Get Going with GrazingEating healthy is a goal for many people. For some,
altering what they eat easily sheds extra pounds and improves their overall health, while others fi nd changing what they eat isn't helping them reach their goals.
One option that has its share of supporters and detractors is grazing, which involves eating fi ve or six small portions throughout the day instead of three square meals per day. Supporters of grazing claim it keeps a person's metabolism going all day, helping to burn more calories while encouraging smaller portions. Those who question grazing point to studies questioning its effi cacy, namely that it does not have the calorie-burning effects its supporters suggest. In fact, researchers in the United Kingdom have said eating throughout the day undermines the body's ability to burn fat.
The debate over grazing will not go away anytime soon, but for those who want to give it a shot, consider the following advice.
• Choose healthy foods. Regardless of portion size, grazing is only effective if you choose healthy foods that are low in fat and high in nutrients. Avoid sugary foods, as well as those that are high in sodium. Proteins and complex carbohydrates, including chicken breasts, fi sh, low-fat dairy products and whole grains, will help you feel full until the next time to eat rolls around.
• Stick to a schedule. Meals should be eaten every three to four hours and if you stray from that schedule, you could wind up eating larger portions or more meals than necessary. Stick to your schedule and remember the portions are supposed to be small, so don’t feel skittish if you must pull out a snack at the offi ce or when company is at your house.
• Prepare meals in advance. A problem many people encounter when they fi rst begin to graze is the lack of availability of smaller-portioned meals and snacks because large, unhealthy choices are the norm when you’re outside of your home. Counter that problem by preparing meals in advance and taking them with you. Bring snacks with you to the offi ce so you aren't forced to eat unhealthy fare between meals.
• Recognize results aren't immediate. No effective weight loss plan produces results overnight and grazing is no exception. You will not drop 10 pounds in the fi rst week, but you might notice heightened energy levels throughout the day shortly after you begin to graze, especially when choosing the right foods. Give grazing enough time to get going before judging if it's the right approach for you.
The topic of grazing is one that continues to inspire debate, but men and women who want to lose weight and keep it off should consider grazing as a healthy and potentially effective option.
- Metro Services
A healthy breakfast of oatmeal andA healthy breakfast of oatmeal and fresh fruit is a good breakfast forfresh fruit is a good breakfast for
men and women adopting grazingmen and women adopting grazingas their approach to diet.as their approach to diet.
• Don't skip break-fast. A healthy break-fast is an essential element of success-ful grazing. If you skip breakfast, you're more likely to overeat, which could establish a domino effect of poor eating as the day continues. A bowl of cereal with fat-free or low-fat milk or some oatmeal with berries mixed in is all it takes to start the day off right.
Pros and Cons of Open Floor Plans Open fl oor plans have evolved to be the fl oor plan of choice
in new homes and current home renovations. Turn on a home renovation show and you're likely to see eager homeowners knocking down walls to open the kitchen to the family room. Walls have become anathema to homeowners.
There are many supporters of the open fl oor plan, particularly those who entertain frequently or like to keep an eye on children throughout the house. Although open fl oor plans are touted, there are plenty of people who have never been enamored with having all of their rooms fl owing into one. There also are some people who prefer a different style.
For those who are not fans of the open fl oor plan, blame the excess of the 1980s for their inception. In homes built in the 1960s and 1970s, rooms were compartmentalized and isolated for specifi c activities. During the 1980s, an era of "bigger is bet-ter," when entertaining was widely popular among homeowners, designers noticed that many homeowners preferred an open fl oor plan in which rooms merged into one another, creating the illusion of more space. These fl oor plans also enable people to be in separate rooms and still interact with one another across the space.
A home's fl oor plan largely depends on the preference of the homeowner. There are many advantages to having an open fl oor plan versus one that is more compartmentalized. Here is a look at some of the pros and cons.
Pro: Open fl oor plans can be safer for parents of young chil-dren. If the home opens up with the living spaces branching off from the kitchen, parents can keep an eye on children while the parents prepare dinner. It also eliminates the number of places that kids can hide and get into mischief.
Con: Privacy is reduced in a home with few walls. Much in the way that an open fl oor plan enables children to be seen from every angle, it also enables you to be seen — and all of your belongings as well. There's also no place to retreat to if you need a minute to collect yourself when entertaining. You're on display unless you retreat to the bathroom.
Pro: Entertaining can be easier in a home with an open fl oor plan because hosts and hostesses are not separated from their guests or holed up in the kitchen the entire time. An open space enables everyone to mingle and conversations to fl ow.
Con: Those who like to host events without showing guests all of their dirty dishes or secrets of the kitchen may dislike an open fl oor plan.
Pro: Light can fl ow effectively through an open space, minimiz-ing dark rooms and reducing the need to install more windows. Light in and of itself can help a home feel more spacious.
Con: While light can fl ow easily, so can sound. Noises through the house may be amplifi ed. A student doing homework in the dining room may be disturbed by the television blaring in the family room. Talking on the phone or even fi nding a quiet nook to read a book may be challenging.
Pro: Open fl oor plans allow for more family time together in one space than a home with a more compartmentalized layout.
Con: People who are collectors or who have a lot of furniture or accent items may fi nd that open fl oor plans do not work well with this type of design mantra.
Pro: Because several rooms run into one another, color choices for walls and furnishings in a home with an open fl oor plan can be limited and cohesive, making choices easier.
Con: On the fl ip side, those who want to incorporate different color schemes and eclectic styles may have diffi culty deciding on where to "end" rooms or how to co-mingle furniture.
-Metro Services
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One in fi ve people in the U.S. has some sort of learning disability, such as dyslexia, yet experts say that for many children, the problem remains undiagnosed far longer than it should. Recognizing the early signals of such learning differences can be extremely important for a child’s success in school and life. If caught at the early stages, the proper steps can be made to ensure that it doesn’t progress without being helped.
Pediatric Neuropsychologist Nichole Dawson, Ph.D., has a son with dyslexia and has teamed up with Learning Ally, a national nonprofi t, to inform the public about dyslexia’s early warning signs, advising parents on what they need to look for in order to catch it.
Dr. Dawson recommends watching your child to see if he or she has diffi culty with the following things:
• learning the alphabet, identifying letters and/or processing letter-sound relationships;
• learning nursery rhymes, preschool songs, the days of the week and/or the months of the year;
• learning to count and recognize numbers;• reading out loud (slow, “choppy” and error prone);• learning vocabulary, names of people and places.
Dyslexia: Warning SignsAnd Solutions
Get An Expert EvaluationIf a child is exhibiting some of these symptoms, an
evaluation by an expert in dyslexia and reading impairments can be extremely helpful. School psychologists, pediatric neuropsychologists, educational therapists and speech language pathologists are among the types of professionals who are qualifi ed to provide a clear diagnosis.
Dr. Dawson advises parents not to delay testing. There is no harm in getting your child checked, just to be safe. “Studies show that a child’s reading skill level at the end of kindergarten is predictive of where his or her reading skills will be in third grade,” she says. “After diagnosis, supports and accommodations can help children with learning differences succeed academically.”
One proven accommodation she points to is Learning Ally, which provides struggling readers with access to their curriculum via audio textbooks. Learning Ally makes reading accessible for everybody and since they opened, have been partnering with those who learn differently to ensue both academic and lifelong success.
“Learning Ally is remarkably effective for individuals with dyslexia, as well as other reading or learning challenges,” Dawson says. “It’s library of 75,000 digital titles — the largest of its kind in the world — can be played on everyday devices, including PCs, Macs, iPhones and iPads.”
Learning Ally’s website offers robust support to parents and even provides a directory for fi nding specialists near your home.
Successful intervention can reduce academic frustration and minimize the negative impact of dyslexia on a child’s learning success. All it takes is the right tools and your child won’t have to struggle through years of learning and reading in school. Frustration may continue to build if dyslexia is not detected and treated early.
To learn more, visit LearningAlly.org/DyslexiaSigns.Experts have found that early detection and intervention can
be extremely benefi cial for children who are showing signs of dyslexia.
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decorations that add a fun and festive theme to any occasion. 110 Party Supplies is a retail, discount party supplies and balloon business that recently opened in Melville. This locally owned family business takes care of your party needs from A-Z, supplying all the necessary decorations for a fabulous party. 110 Party Supplies has a tremendous selection of balloons and they offer custom designs for balloons and invitations. They are able to create balloon arches, columns and centerpieces to impress your party guests. Customers can rent tables, chairs and tents, and local delivery is available for purchases of $75 and over. 110 Party Supplies can work with any theme and they even offer licensed characters to entertain at events. Themed decorations and tableware are available for all holidays. Browse through sixteen different solid colors for tableware, plus various patterns. They also have all the local school colors for team spirit products. Whether you are hosting a birthday party, graduation, communion or confi rmation party, baby shower, bridal shower, bachelorette party or something new, 110 Party Supplies can meet all your needs. They are open Monday – Saturday, from 9:30 am – 7:00 pm and Sunday, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. 925B Walt Whitman Road, Melville (631) 425-4838.
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Calories While Relaxing.” Vivinlinea makes that promise by be-ing the only methodology, powered by Thermal-Wrap5000, that is clinically proven to burn calories without exercise, dieting, pills or medication. If your rigorous New Year’s weight loss resolution has left you starving and tired, it is not too late to switch to Vivin-linea. Thermal-Wrap5000 can be compared to a local sauna, but thanks to technology, sessions can last longer. The heat gently and safely penetrates deeper into the skin, enhancing perspiration and detoxifi cation. This technique, which involves a state-of-the-art, conductive heating system, has been published in Integrative Medicine: A Clinician’s Journal. Vivinlinea’s weight loss program is non-invasive, relaxing, safe and can help you burn over 5,000 calories per week. In combination with a well-balanced Mediter-ranean eating plan, two sessions of Thermal-Wrap5000 will have you seeing results immediately. A Mediterranean eating plan is not a stressful diet, promising miraculous results. Full of fi ber, vegetables and whole grains, it allows the individual to tailor food choices to personal preferences. Vivinlinea’s spa also carries a signature line of natural, organic-like skincare products. Visit Vivinlinea and live in good shape forever. 200 Middle Neck Road, Great Neck (516) 466-3636, vivinlinea.com.
****One of the perks of living on Long Island is the multitude of
marketplaces that residents fi nd in their town. The fresh produce and succulent daily specials are enough to keep anyone around, but a few special places will always stand out from their com-petitors. DaVinci Gourmet Market is a gourmet, Italian specialty market, owned and operated by a family with more than 30 years in the business. Having opened in the spring of 2009, they of-fer Boar’s Head and Italian specialty cold cuts, as well as fresh homemade pastas and raviolis, gourmet cheese and freshly baked bread. Fresh mozzarella is handmade on the premises daily, as well as their freshly made Italian sausage. Entrées and sides are prepared in-store, but they also offer personal shopping for home and offi ce delivery. DaVinci Gourmet Market specially makes custom gift baskets for every occasion and they offer com-plete catering, with a full wait staff. The convenient, family-friendly market has imported olives, farm-fresh produce, freshly brewed coffee, fresh dairy and Italian specialty items like cookies and gourmet chocolates. DaVinci Gourmet Market always has an owner on site and is a full-service, clean and inviting marketplace for any meal or occasion. 960 Willis Avenue, Albertson (516) 248-6306, davincigourmetmarket.com.
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Splurge has the latest clothing styles and fashionable accessories for women in their twenties, forties and even sixties. What began as a small, one-clothing-rack busi-ness in 2010 has grown into a beautiful boutique that customers love returning to for new outfi ts.
Gayle Hatchett, founder and co-owner, said, “Splurge is the perfect place to get a hot outfi t for Saturday night or a pair of jeans and a sweater for the day. Our style is clas-sic, with an edgy twist. We carry the traditional cashmere sweater, but with a fun or cool design on the back.”
Splurge sells high-end brands and carries special lines that are exclusive to their location in Albertson. Customers are able to buy unique clothing and Gayle, along with her co-founder and best friend, Betsy Rosen-thal, doesn’t let customers leave their store unless their purchases look good on them.
“Our customers are repeat customers, because the experience at Splurge is very, very personable,” said Gayle. “We never send someone out of the store with anything just to make a sale. We help them shop and make sure they look good in what they’re buying. By the time our customers leave the store, we know everything about them and they always come back.”
Splurge specializes in the hottest styles and has grown increasingly successful due to its exclusive piec-es. Gayle and Betsy strive to fi nd the “right” clothes and help customers bring a special fl air to their wardrobe. “We have fabulous styles at great quality and there is always a large selection of jewelry and accessories to compliment every outfi t,” said Gayle.
For women trying to revamp their style, “Splurge girls” love to go to customer’s homes and help them get rid of clothing they no longer like and donate it. Free of charge, they help customers decide which pieces to toss and which to keep. “Customers love the personal experience they get from us during these home shopping visits. Af-terwards, they receive gift cards to buy new clothes and replenish their wardrobe,” said Gayle.
For customers with busy schedules who fi nd it diffi cult to visit Splurge during standard hours, Gayle and Betsy will open their doors for an individualized, private shop-ping experience. Customer service is a top priority at this clothing and accessories boutique and that has resulted in loyal customers and incredible success.
Exciting and gorgeous new styles are arriving for the spring collection and leftover winter items are discounted for the Winter Blowout Sale. Little leather jackets will be a staple spring item, according to Gayle, who said she and Betsy are always into leather — a huge trend that is always “in.”
After working together with a different company, Gayle and Betsy knew that they had a knack for fashion and helping women channel their inner fashionistas. An en-thusiastic Gayle explained, “We love it! We keep growing more successful because we love what we do!”
-Kristin Cacchioli
“Our style is classic with an edgy twist.”
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Nubon Sushi and Grill 294 North Broadway, Hicksville(516) 681-9800, nubonsushi.com.
The colorful fl ags of Nubon Sushi and Grill catch my attention every time I drive down Broadway, in Hicksville. Finally, one night I decided to see what all the hype was about. I entered a peaceful, warm, Japanese restaurant, fi lled with customers indulging in over twenty selections of Japanese dishes. I wondered how I would ever choose what to eat, but the “All you can eat” option for $19.99 per person made my evening very easy.
An attentive waiter handed my friends and I a small sheet of paper with appetizer, salad, tempura, noodle, meat entrée, sashimi, sushi roll and dessert selections. We simply checked off what we wanted to eat and he
us funny. The answer came around the seventh order. “Oh my! More?”, he said with a smile, as we laughed and said it was too good to stop.
We devoured the miniscule, endless portions of BBQ skewers with chicken, beef and grilled eggplant, as well as miso soups and seaweed salads. The fried calamari had a distinct taste different of that from an Italian restaurant, and came without marinara sauce — different, but delightful. Six thin strips of teriyaki chicken was only one order, so after about seven of those, we moved on from the deliciously glazed meat and stared at the sushi list.
Choices included salmon, red snapper, crab, mackerel, tofu skin and white eel, but the sushi rolls were more to our liking. The shrimp tempura roll was crunchy and sweet, while the California roll was as delicious as expected. To the right of our table, we were able to see our sushi being made and it tasted just as fresh as it looked.
The Special Rolls are what makes Nubon the No. 1 place to go for “All You Can Eat Sushi’’, as I have been seeing quite a few of these places popping up around the community. Always a favorite of mine, I checked off the Dragon Roll, with avocado and BBQ sauce, and they did not skimp on the sauce at all. Atop the Rainbow Roll lied pieces of tuna, salmon, hamachi and crab, that were larger than the roll itself. Inside the Alaska Roll was raw salmon, which is as close to real sushi as we would get, but it was a great start.
If you are looking for a different, exotic roll, the one topped with a piece of grilled cheese and shrimp was perfection and the reason why I need to return to Nubon right away. None of us could get enough. We regretted being too full to try Sushi Pizza, Cream Cheese California Rolls, Avocado Peanut Rolls and Fried Calamari Rolls, but that will have to wait for next time. And not all of those were included in the “All You Can Eat” option.
Nubon is perfect for anyone who can’t get enough sushi, as well as for people who need to try a little bit of everything to fi nd out what they like; it is all served on a large dish to share. Don’t like sushi? Enjoy all the meat, soups and desserts you want!
Nubon is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner and offers their “All You Can Eat” option for $21.99 on the weekends, as well.
-Kristin Cacchioli
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• Irish Dancing. Children of all ages will enjoy a performance by Irish dancers, followed by a Q&A session, Irish dance step lessons and a tour. $8 children, free for chaperones. 12:15 pm face painting, 1:00 pm performance, at Walt
Wednesday, February 27• Fitness Class. Eligible seniors are invited to participate in muscular strength and range of movement classes, to be healthy and stay independent. Free. 10:30 am every Wed. and Fri. at Atria Activities Room, 100 Landing Rd, Roslyn (516) 626-6900 for info, 888-423-4632 to check eligibility.
Thursday, February 28• Singles Event. Afternoon Delight Singles hosts an event for those ages 50+ to meet new people and form new relationships. $10, plus separate checks, RSVP required. 3:00 pm at Celebrity Diner, 312 Jericho Tpke, Syosset (516) 395-8303.• Lunch and Learn. The Huntington Historical Society presents a lecture on the history of Huntington, otherwise known as “The Hamptons of the North shore,” and the evolution from summer cottages to year-round residences in the area. $40 members, $45 non-members, for a 3-course meal, RSVP required. 12:00 – 2:00 pm at Black and Blue Seafood Chophouse, 65 Wall St, Huntington Village (631) 427-7045 x 401, huntingtonhistoricalsociety.org.• Movie Event. Mumia: Long Distance Revolutionary is a brilliant new documentary about America’s most famous political prisoner, Mumia Abu. Filmmaker Stephen Vittoria will be available live via Skype. $10 members, $15 public. 7:30 pm at Cinema Arts Centre, 423 Park Ave, Huntington (631) 423-7610, cinemaartscentre.org.• Retirees Activity Program. Meet and connect with other active men, women, couples and singles ages 65+ for discussions, lecture and entertainment. $2 members, $12 non-members. 12:30 – 3:00 pm at Mid-Island Y JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Rd, Plainview (516) 822-3535 x 347, miyjcc.org.• Presentation. Come hear of the exploits of American mountain man, fur trader and explorer, James Beckwourth, as told by Mark Weston. Free. 7:00 pm at Hicksville Public Library, 169 Jerusalem Ave, Hicksville (516) 931-1417.
Friday, March 1• Art Exhibit Opening. Huntington Arts Council hosts “High Arts Showcase IX,” featuring top student artists’ work in all mediums. Free. 5:30 – 7:00 pm reception, including musical performances. Exhibit runs until 3/22, Mon. – Fri., 7:00 am – 7:00 pm and Sat., 8:00 am – 1:00 pm, at Art-trium, 25 Melville Park Rd, Melville (631) 271-8423, huntingtonarts.org.• Opera Night. Professional operatic singers, plus their piano accompanist, will present an entertaining assortment of vocal excerpts from famous and beloved operas. $10 suggested donation. 7:30 pm at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 270 Main St, Northport (631) 261-8808, operanight.org. • Zumba-thon. Certifi ed Zumba instructors get the latin-vibed, amazing, booty-shaking party started, beginners welcome. T-shirts and raffl e baskets! $20 in advance, $25 at the door. 6:30 – 9:30 pm at Christ Lutheran Church, 189 Burr Rd, E. Northport (631) 757-4517, LAPHuntington.org.• Performing Arts. Post Theatre Company embraces Shakespeare’s classic of political revolution and upheaval in Julius Caesar. $10, $5 students/seniors. 7:30 pm, 3/1, 2, 7, 8 & 9, an additional 2:00 pm on 3/8, 3:00 pm 3/10, at LIU Post, 720 Northern Blvd, Brookville (516) 299-2356, cwpost.liu.edu.• Musical. Xanadu is the 1980s roller disco musical that follows the journey of a magical Greek muse who falls into forbidden love with a mortal. $20. 8:00 pm on 3/1, 2, 8 & 9 and 3:00 pm on 3/3 & 10, at Cultural Arts Playhouse, 44 Lincoln Ave, Roslyn Heights (516) 694-3330.
Saturday, March 2• Family Worship. Attend peaceful worship services with the whole family. Free. 5:00 pm every Sat. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 120 Vernon Valley Rd, E. Northport (631) 754-4422.• Art Exhibition. Requiem is Liz Ehrlichman’s solo show, with a members exhibit called The Musical Spectrum. Free. 11:00 am – 5:00 pm, Tues. – Sun. and 11:00 am – 9:00 pm, Fri., until 3/29, at 299 Main St, Huntington (631) 549-5106.
• Children’s Play. Bring the entire family to see How I Became a Pirate, for an exciting, entertaining show. $29.50 - $39.50. 1:00 pm at NYCB Theatre, 960 Brush Hollow Rd, Westbury (516) 334-0800, theatreatwestbury.com.
Sunday, March 3• Antiques Show. The Greenlawn-Centerport Historical Association holds its 34th Annual Antiques Show, including bronzes, art, pottery, glassware, jewelry, folk art, etc. $7, $6 with discount card on website, good for both days. 10:00 am – 5:00 pm on 3/3 and 11:00 am – 5:00 pm on 3/4, at Harborfi elds High School, 98 Taylor Ave, Greenlawn (631) 754-1180, gcha.info.• Lecture. Robert Kagan, senior fellow of foreign policy for the Center for United States and Europe, Brookings Institution, presents “The Major International Challenges of Our Time.” $30, $26 students/seniors. 3:00 pm at Temple Emmanuel of Great Neck, 150 Hicks Ln, Great Neck (516) 482-5701, emanuelgn.org.• Adult Hike. On this hilly, 2-mile walk, study the park’s social, economic, architectural and political history. $4. 12:30 – 2:30 pm approx., at Caumsett State Historic Park, 25 Lloyd Harbor Rd, Huntington (631) 423-1770, nysparks.com.• Family Series. Aesop Bops! is fast-paced, funny and packed with audience interaction. David Gonzalez tells stories from Aesop’s fables, followed by The Yak Yak Band, performing fun, upbeat music. $20. 2:00 pm at Landmark on Main St, 232 Main St, Port Washington (516) 767-1384.
Monday, March 4• Club Meeting. The Long Island Crochet Guild meets the fi rst Monday of every month, beginner’s welcome, bring assorted hooks. Free. 6:30 – 9:30 pm at Halesite Firestation, 1 New York Ave, Huntington (631) 427-5373.• Book Group. Explore the blending of art history and literary texts in Lydia Cassatt Reading the Morning Paper, by Harriett Scott Chessman and How Georgia Became O’Keeffe: Lessons on the Art of Living, by Karen Karbo. $15 members, $20 non-members, registration required. 1:00 – 2:30 pm at Heckscher Museum of Art, 2 Prime Ave, Huntington (631) 351-3250, heckscher.org.
Tuesday, March 5• Mommy and Me Yoga. Stretch, sing, dance and bond with your toddler. Enjoy bubbles, a parachute, instruments and an indoor playroom. Free, registration required, 10 students per class. 9:45 – 11:00 am for walkers 12 mos. and up, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm for crawlers 6-12 months, at Chai Tots Preschool, 501 Vanderbilt Pkwy, Dix Hills (631) 351-8672, thechaicenter.com.
Wednesday, March 6• Career Workshop. Eileen Lichtenstein, M.S.Ed. and Peak Performance success coach presents “Ten Tips to Recharge your Optimal Productivity.” Learn to set and attain realistic goals, while maintaining important relationships. Free. 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at Sid Jacobson JCC, 300 Forest Dr, East Hills (516) 484-1545 x 212, sjjcc.org.• Performing Arts. Wait Until Dark is the thrilling story of Susy Hendrix, a recently blinded housewife, who becomes the target of three con men searching for illicit drugs. $60. 2:00 pm at John W. Engeman Theater, 250 Main St, Northport (631) 261-2900, engemantheater.com.
Whitman Birthplace State Historic Site, 246 Old Walt Whitman Rd, Huntington Station (631) 427-5240 x 113.
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