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The Arts

East End Arts Council Artist in Residence Linda Carlsen teaches Carl Jung Archetype Mask Making workshop, Sunday, June 6, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at EEAC School of the Arts, Riverhead. Information and registration: 369-2171.

Submissions wanted from North Fork artists and galleries for North Fork Chamber of Commerce Art Show 2010 slated for Saturday, June 26, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. in Greenport’s Mitchell Park. Download NEW prospectus and registration fees at NorthForkChamber.org. Deadline Thursday, June 10. 734-8545.

Benefits

Southold Town 5th annual Relay for Life, Saturday, June 5, 5 p.m.-midnight at Jean Cochran Park, Peconic. Survivors, friends, family, co-workers and others walk the track to benefit American Cancer Society. Fun-filled program of activities, games, refreshments and local entertainment. Survivor reception 5 p.m.; opening ceremony 6 p.m.; luminaria ceremony 9:30 p.m. 734-5050, relayforlife.org/southoldny.

Riverhead Town Relay for Life, Saturday, June 12, 5:30-9:30 p.m. at Stotsky Park, includes special Bark for Life noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners. Dog contests, including best owner look-like, best costume, musical sit, longest/shortest tail or ears, best tail wagger, hula hoop jump and minute-to-win-it. Contests 3/$10. Relay features games, face painting, music, survivors dinner, luminaria ceremony and more.

Oscar Wilde’s ‘The Importance of Being Earnest,’ Friday, June 4, 7:30 p.m. at Peconic Landing, Greenport. Benefit performance for CAST. Donation at door $10. 477-3800.

Eastern Long Island Hospital Golf Classic, Wednesday, June 9 at Gardiner’s Bay Country Club, Shelter Island. Lunch 11:30 a.m.; shotgun tee-off 1 p.m.; patio grill barbecue 2-5 p.m.; cocktails 5:30 p.m.; buffet 6 p.m.; awards ceremony 7 p.m. Event honors Dr. Frank J. Adipietro. Fee $295; cocktails/buffet only, $100. 477-5164.

North Fork Community Theatre’s 2nd annual Building on Tradition Campaign Gala, Friday, June 11, 7 p.m. at Martha Clara Vineyards, Riverhead. Master of Ceremonies is actress Cathy Moriarty; award recipient Lee Davis. Tickets $75. [email protected], [email protected], 917-334-6639.

Riverhead Community Awareness Program’s 25th annual Say No to Drugs March, Friday, June 4 begins 9:30 a.m. in front of Pulaski Street School, heads south on Roanoke Avenue, west on Second Street and returns to school via Griffing Avenue. Honored guest and keynote speaker is former NY Jets football player Bobby Jackson. CAP will present special award to Senator Kenneth P. LaValle. Ceremony on steps of school follows; then picnic lunch served to all students by Loyal Order of Moose Lodge #1742. 727-3722.

Pig Roast, Saturday, June 5, 3 p.m. at Four Doors Down, Mattituck to benefit Spencer Shea. Music by Tidal Groove, 5 p.m. Food, giveaways and more. Donation $10 to benefit Spencer and his continuation of care. All welcome. 298-8311.

Luncheon and Fashion Show fundraiser, Tuesday, June 15, noon-4 p.m. at Vineyard Caterers, Aquebogue, sponsored by Saddle Lakes Cancer Support Group, Riverhead. Proceeds benefit Through An Angel’s Eyes Foundation for Retinoblastoma and American Cancer Society. Event includes chinese auction, door prizes and raffle. Fashions by Renee’s of Mattituck. Tickets $40. RSVP: 369-2545.

Suffolk Community College Foundation’s 27th annual Charles F. Kelly Jr. Memorial Golf Classic, Thursday, June 17 at Great Rock Golf Club, Wading River. Tournament honoree is Donald P. Musgnug. Registration 8:30 a.m.; shotgun tee-off 10 a.m. Player registration $250; includes driving range, golf, cart, continental breakfast, lunch and buffet awards ceremony at Blackwell’s Restaurant. Reservations: 451-4846, [email protected].

Carla Timpone Memorial Scholarship Beach Blast Fundraiser, Sunday, June 6, 2-7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, Mattituck. Raw bar, barbecue, beverages, music, chinese auction. Adults $50; students $25; under 12 free. 298-5264.

Crafts

Peconic Quilt Show, Saturday, June 5, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, June 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Suffolk Community College, Eastern Campus, Riverhead. More than 150 quilts and quilted clothing. Admission $8 per day; children under 12 free. Lecture by quilt artist Barbara Olsen, Saturday, June 5, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sunday, June 6, 1 p.m. in Lyceum Gallery, Orient Building. www.eliqg.org.

Vendors wanted for Southold Fire Department’s annual Craft Fair slated for Saturday, June 19. Call 765-6913.

Flea Market and Craft Fair, Saturday, June 5, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Big Duck Ranch, Flanders. Hosted by Friends of the Big Duck. 727-0593, [email protected].

Entertainment

Moose Races, Sunday, June 13, 3:30 p.m., hosted by Women of the Moose, Riverhead Chapter at 51 Madison St. Races start 4 p.m. Admission $10; includes buffet dinner, coffee and dessert. Reserve at 779-2694. Members and guests welcome.

First Friday Open Mic Night With LiZa Coppola, Friday, June 4, 7-10 p.m. at Custer Institute and Observatory, Southold. For all ages. Hosted by singer/songwriter LiZa Coppola. Free; donations accepted. 765-2626.

East End Arts Council Teeny Awards, Sunday, June 6, 2-5 p.m. at Riverhead High School. Red carpet walk 2 p.m.; ceremony 3 p.m. Tickets $20; students $15; available at eastendarts.org. 727-0900.

Family Fun

Vegas Night, Saturday, June 12, 7 p.m.-midnight at Riverhead Moose Lodge. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Admission $5; includes snacks. 779-2694.

Film

Movie ‘Avatar,’ Friday, June 4, 1:30 p.m. at Mattituck-Laurel Library, Mattituck. Highly acclaimed animated sci-fi epic directed by James Cameron. Free. 298-4134.

Food and Drink

North Fork Pig Roast, Saturday, June 5, 4-7 p.m. at Pindar Vineyards, Peconic, to benefit East End Hospice. Rain or shine. Food served 4-6 p.m.; drinks and fun until 7 p.m. Roasted pig, smoked beans, salads, cornbread, applesauce, hot dogs, hamburgers, beverages and desserts; live music by The Trip Kings; face painting, arts and crafts, bounce houses and more. Adults $30; ages 12 and under $10; under 2 free. 288-7080, eeh.org.

Culinary Tour, Wednesday, June 9, 5-6:30 p.m. features “Argentina/Avocados,” outdoor grilling South American-style, with Paula Croteau at Farmhouse Kitchen Cooking School, 1450 South Harbor Road, Southold. Students make asada flank steak fajitas and guacamole and frijoles salad. Class fee $20; residents $15. Bring apron and $25 ingredients fee to class. Space limited to 15; register: 765-5182. Confirm prior to class: 765-6032, [email protected]. Offered by Southold Town Recreation Department.

Southern Fried Chicken Dinner, Saturday, June 12, noon-5 p.m. at Unity Baptist Church, Mattituck, sponsored by Mens Fellowship Ministry to benefit building fund. 298-8669.

For All Ages

Gathering for Father George Michell, Sunday, June 6, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at St. Patrick R.C. Church, Southold, in appreciation for his years of service. Pastor Michell is retiring in June. All welcome. Refreshments served. 765-3442.

For Bargain Hunters

Thrift Daze sale, Saturday, June 5, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at First Universalist Church, Main Road, Southold. Household items, clothing and furniture. Rain or shine. No early birds. 765-3494.

Community garage sale, Saturday, June 5, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Southold. Fundraiser for Youth Group’s mission trip to Arizona Reservation in July. 255-8034, 433-7806.

Community yard sale, Saturday, June 5, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at Hallockville Museum Farm, Riverhead. Antiques, collectibles, household items and more. Rain date Sunday, June 6. Proceeds support museum’s programs. 298-5292.

North Fork Community Theatre yard sale, Saturday, June 5, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at theater, 12700 Old Sound Ave., Mattituck. Proceeds benefit building fund. Tours available of theater from attic to basement. Rain date Sunday, June 6. 298-4423, 298-2638.

Eastern Long Island Hospital Auxiliary: White Sale, Friday, June 4, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. in hospital conference room, Greenport. Linens, blankets and more at discount prices. Dream Designs Sale, Friday, June 11, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. in hospital conference room. Boutique items for all occasions. 477-5196.

For Children

Southold Mothers Club team walks in Southold Town Relay for Life, Saturday, June 5, 5 p.m.-midnight at Jean Cochran Park, Peconic. Team theme 2010 “Superheros in the Super Fight.” Specific activities 7-9 p.m. for kids, including Quarters for Kids V. Cancer. 734-5050, relayforlife.org/southoldny.

For History Buffs

East End Lighthouses annual Off Shore Lighthouse Cruise, Saturday, June 5, visits all 12 area lighthouses in New York and Connecticut. Depart 9 a.m. on Cross Sound Ferry. Fee $95 (members $82.50) all inclusive. Ages 13-18, $41.25; under age 12 free. Special group rates for 50 or more. Tour approximately 8 hours. Wear casual attire, boat shoes or sneakers; bring windbreaker or sweater for evening comfort. Pre-registration required: mail check payable to East End Lighthouses, Inc., P.O. Box 21, Greenport, NY 11944 and indicate date of cruise and number of participants. Credit card payment on website. www.eastendlighthouses.org. 406-6180.

Music

Indie Teen Concert Series, Thursday, June 10, 7-8:30 p.m. at Vail-Leavitt Music Hall, Riverhead. Inaugural concert of series to feature local talent. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Featured acts: Tigers on Trains with Christian Van Deurs and Mason Maggio, and Stealing Lucidity with Katie and Courtney Blasl. Tickets $5 in advance at East End Arts Council, Riverhead; at door $6. 516-457-8251, [email protected].

An Evening of Music, Riverhead Charter School Spring Concert, Thursday, June 10, 7 p.m. Tickets: 369-5800, Ext. 2250.

Spring Concert, Thursday, June 10, 7 p.m. at McGann Mercy High School, Riverhead. 727-5900.

Eastbound Freight Bluegrass Band concert, Friday, June 4, 7 p.m. at Jamesport Meeting House. Tickets $17; available at Duffy’s Deli, Jamesport; Katrinka’s Deli, Jamesport Center; Blue Door Gallery, Riverhead; Landscape Adventure, Jamesport; Cecily’s Love Lane Gallery, Mattituck. Limited tickets at door. 722-2650.

The Natural World

Bay to Sound Trails: Big Clean Up #5 at Inlet Pond, Greenport, Saturday, June 5, 9:30-11:30 a.m. with Group for the East End and North Fork Audubon. Families welcome. Bring gloves; bags and drinks provided. RSVP: 765-6450, ext. 209, [email protected].

Long Island Native Grass Initiative Plant Sale, Friday-Saturday, June 4-5 and 11-2, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Suffolk County Community College Eastern Campus greenhouse, Riverhead. Over 26 species of native grasses, flowering plants and shrubs, produced from seed collected from native plant populations across Long Island and Staten Island. 727-2315, ext. 3, [email protected].

The Sciences

Weather on the Web, Saturday, June 5, 8 p.m. at Custer Institute and Observatory, Southold. Learn how to use a cell phone for navigation and more. Suggested donation $10; members and full-time students $5. Refreshments and observing follow, weather permitting. 765-2626.

Sports and Recreation

Our Redeemer Lutheran School’s Tour de Peconic, Saturday, June 5, covers Aquebogue to Orient Point. Proceeds benefit ORLS Fine Arts Program. Family ride 16 miles; moderate 31 miles; full ride 64 miles. Day of biking, 2 meals, gifts and grand prize for largest donation. Catered dinner follows ride. 334-1069, [email protected].

Peconic Bay Fishing Tournament, Saturday, June 12, dawn-5:30 p.m. Post-tournament barbecue at Strong’s Marine, Mattituck. Entry fee $75; includes commemorative T-shirt, hat, raffle ticket and barbecue. Barbecue only, $25. Registration required: 292-181878, peconicbayfishing.org. All proceeds benefit The Lyme Disease Association for research and education.

Tours and Trips

Eastern Long Island Hospital Auxiliary Cross Sound Ferry Trip to Mohegan Sun, Monday, June 7. Call 477-5196.

Newport Flower Show and Tour of Elms Mansion, Saturday, June 26, sponsored by Friends of Cutchogue-New Suffolk and Mattituck-Laurel libraries. Orient ferry departs 8 a.m.; return on 5 p.m. ferry. Fee $80, includes transportation, entrance fees, mansion tour, lunch and gratuities. Tickets available at Cutchogue-New Suffolk Library. 734-8067.