Beyond the Books: What’s Happening at the Libraries

Public libraries have expanded well beyond books to serve residents of all ages. Today we look at the culinary and other food classes and advice available at some of the libraries around Huntington. Check with the libraries for availability and any residence requirements. South Huntington  Read More …

Harborfields Library to Host Holiday Craft Fair

This weekend, the Friends of the Harborfields Public Library will host their tenth annual holiday craft fair.  The Holiday Craft Fair began in 2009 when a group of artists approached the Friends about reserving a space. “The library has several meeting rooms, so the Friends Read More …

Shelf Life: Libraries Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

This year, Harborfields, Huntington, and South Huntington public libraries are holding community events to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th – October 15th). Harborfields Public Library will present a “Latinology” concert on Friday, September 27 at 7 PM. This concert will feature the nine-member band Read More …

Shelf Life: Poet Greg Moglia to Speak at Book Revue

Greg Moglia, Huntington resident and award-winning poet, is speaking at Book Revue Thursday about his book, a new collection of poems: A Man Is Not Supposed To Give In To Tears. Moglia is an adjunct professor of philosophy of education at New York University, in addition Read More …

Shelf Life: Huntington Libraries Launch Space, Science Summer Reading Programs

Libraries across Long Island, and across the country, are celebrating science, space, and literacy with the “A Universe of Stories” summer reading initiative. Each year, the Collaborative Summer Library Program selects a theme and provides libraries nationwide with reading program materials geared toward early literacy, Read More …

Shelf Life: Calling All Writers

Looking for places to share your existing work, or meet like-minded people in an environment where you can create something new? Huntington is filled with writerly opportunities. Here are just a few June events for writers of all walks and abilities. On Monday, the Long Read More …

Arts Roundup: From Slow Art to a (Not So) Silent Film

Let a docent improve your art appreciation, and a new soundtrack enhance an old movie, at two of many events this week in our area. What: Slow Art Day Where: Heckscher Museum of Art When: Saturday, April 6, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm About: Be Read More …

Arts Roundup: From Billy Lamont to Bing Crosby

A reading given by a poet you should know, and a film and discussion about an entertainer you probably already do, are among the happenings this week in the Huntington area. What: Poets In Port: Billy Lamont Where: Caffe Portofino When: Friday, Feb. 22, 7:30 pm Read More …

Arts Roundup: From Poetry to Rock and Roll

A poetry reading and a music history lesson are among the happenings this week and beyond in the Huntington area.   What: Poets In Port: Rita Monte Where: Caffe Portofino When: Friday, Dec. 28, 7:30 pm About: Northport Arts Coalition presents this event every last Read More …

Arts Roundup: Hang with Artists

Meet an artist at a library, buy from artists at a movie theater, and more, this week in the Huntington area. What: Undressed: The Artwork of Michelle Palatnik Where: Harborfields Public Library When: Exhibit ongoing till Thursday, Nov. 29; reception Sunday, Nov. 25, 3:00 – Read More …

Arts Roundup: Art, Film, Music

Take your pick of happenings this week in the Huntington area. What: Art Exhibit and Reception Where: b.j. spoke gallery  When: Exhibit ongoing till Sunday, Nov. 18; reception Saturday, Nov. 10, 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm About: Enjoy paintings by J. Lefsky and photography by Read More …

Live Music, Open Mic and Superman

A variety of art exhibitions, educational programs, workshops and live performances are happening around Huntington in the coming days.  What: Community Open Mic and Walking With Whitman: Scott Hightower Where: Walt Whitman Birthplace, Huntington When: Friday, September 7th at 6pm-9pm About: Walking with Whitman: Poetry Read More …