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Thursday, May 12

Oysterponds Historical Society’s Beginning Basketry, 6-9 p.m. with veteran basketweaver and co-president of Basketweavers Guild, Carol Losquadro, who teaches centuries-old techniques and leads class in making tote bag, at historic Webb House, Village Lane, Orient. Family activity, open to ages 10 and up. Fee $60 OHS members, $65 non-members, includes materials; 12 person maximum, register: 323-2480.

Spring Film Festival features ‘The Sicilian Girl’ (2009, Italy), directed by Marco Amenta, 6 p.m. at Floyd Memorial Library, 539 First St., Greenport. Inspired by the story of Rita Atria, key witness in major Mafia investigation in Sicily. Free. 477-0660.

Pinkalicious Party, 6-7 p.m. for ages 6-7 at Cutchogue New Suffolk Library, Main Road, Cutchogue. Register. 734-6360.

Raise Our Beds, 7-10 p.m. at Martha Clara Vineyards, 6025 Sound Ave., Riverhead, fundraiser for River and Roots Community Garden on Main Street in downtown Riverhead. Chinese auction, 50/50, glass of wine, food by Off Main Market, music by George Cork Maul. Tickets $30; available at Blue Door Gallery, Roanoke Ave., Riverhead, 208-8166. Information: 591-1810, riverandroots.org.

Witchampton Productions presents Michael Hollinger’s satirical farce ‘Incorruptible, A Dark Comedy About the Dark Ages,’ 8 p.m. at First Universalist Church, Main Road, Southold. Tickets $15 at door; students $5 with donation of nonperishable food item to benefit church food pantry. 765-3494.

North Fork Community Theatre presents ‘Oklahoma!’ by Rodgers & Hammerstein, 8 p.m., 12700 Old Sound Ave., Mattituck. Pre-show reception 7 p.m. compliments of Bonnie Jean’s. Directed by Robert Horn, produced by Marion Stark, musical director Pat Wall. Tickets $20, at nfct.com or call 298-6328.

Friday, May 13

ELIH Auxiliary ‘Dream Designs’ boutique fashion accessories sale, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. in conference room at Eastern Long Island Hospital, Manor Place, Greenport. Raffle drawing at noon for 2011 Compass or $10,000. 477-5196.

Movie ‘Tender Mercies’ (PG), 1:30 p.m., an alcoholic washed-up country singer (Robert Duvall) regains his life with the help of a widow (Tess Harper) and her young son, at Mattituck-Laurel Library, Main Road, Mattituck. Free. 298-4134.

Poetry Café, 4-5 p.m. for teens in The Loft at Riverhead Free Library, 330 Court St. Register: 727-3228, ext. 6 or 12, [email protected].

‘Save the Grange’ lecture series features “Organic Farming & Gardening” given by Roxanne Zimmer, 6:30 p.m. at the Grange, Sound Avenue at Church Lane, Northville. Doors open 6 p.m.; organic refreshments by Peggy served. All donations go to “Save the Grange” fund for repairs. [email protected], spirit-renewal. com.

S.O.S. Ave., Save Our Sound Avenue, 7-9 p.m. at Martha Clara Vineyards, 6025 Sound Ave., Riverhead, hosted by North Fork Environmental Council. Presentation of annual Richard Noncarrow Environmentalists of the Year awards to ecologist Chris Pickerall and Legislator Ed Romaine. Free glass of wine, cheese and crackers. Advance purchase tickets $40, $35 NFEC members, call 298-8880; available at door for $5 premium.

North Fork Audubon Society’s ‘Admirals and Skippers, Satyrs and Nymphs: Butterflies of the North Fork,’ 7:30 p.m. at Peconic Landing community center, 1500 Brecknock Road, Greenport. Special photo-illustrated presentation by butterfly expert Guy Tudor. 917-623-5373.

‘Incorruptible, A Dark Comedy About the Dark Ages,’ 8 p.m. at First Universalist Church, Main Road, Southold. See Thursday.

North Fork Community Theatre presents ‘Oklahoma!’ by Rodgers & Hammerstein, 8 p.m., Mattituck. See Thursday.

Saturday, May 14

Yard sale, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. at 825 Horseshoe Drive, Cutchogue to benefit Aid to the Developmentally Disabled. Household items, clothing, furniture and more; proceeds go to recreation fund for ADD IRA program. 727 6220 ext. 223.

Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day at North Fork Audubon’s Red House Nature Center, Inlet Pond County Park, Route 48, Greenport: Bird-Nature Walk on trails with Rick & Linda Kedenburg, meet 8 a.m. in parking lot. Bring binoculars; lenders available. Will teach use in birding. Bird Banding with George Rowsom and Ed Leary, 8-11 a.m. See bird banding in action and learn how banding helps to protect birds around the world. Help plant the Bird & Pollinator Garden, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., next to Red House. Learn what varieties of flowering plants and shrubs attract bees, butterflies, moths and birds. Information: Diana Van Buren, 917-623-5373, [email protected].

Benefit yard sale for Stirling Historical Society, 8 a.m.-noon at Berger House, Adams Street, next to The Op Shop, Greenport. Eclectic offerings historical and not, including designer fabrics, antiques, cookbooks. 965-3598.

All proceeds from Judi and Chuck Mogul’s table go to American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, Southold Town; at Fleet’s Neck community’s annual yard sale, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at Pequash Beach Park, end of Pequash Avenue, Cutchogue. Rain or shine. 734-5751.

Riverhead P.A.L. Bike Rodeo, registration begins 8:30 a.m. at Stotzky Park parking lot, Columbus Avenue, Riverhead. Participants compete in bike safety course to win new bikes and prizes. Eligible to Riverhead Town Residents and Riverhead Central School District Students grades K-6. All participants must wear bike helmet during competition. Rain date Saturday, May 21. 727-3200, ext. 273.

New Suffolk School’s annual spring flower & vegetable sale, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; pre-order by emailing [email protected], or call school. Flowers and vegetables can also be bought day of sale. Make checks payable to N.S. School Enrichment Fund. All proceeds benefit students’ afternoon and summer enrichment activities.

Bake sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. to raise funds for Cookies for Kids’ Cancer in support of research for new and improved therapies for childhood cancers, at Atlantis Marine World Aquarium, 431 East Main St., Riverhead. Visit www.cookiesforkidscancer.org.

Riverhead Garden Club’s annual plant sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Riverhead Free Library, 330 Court St.; proceeds to fund scholarships and civic beautification. Rain date Saturday, May 21.

Eighth annual Oysterponds 5K Fun Run for runners, walkers or wheelchair racers begins 10 a.m. at Oysterponds School, 23405 Main Road, Orient. Registration 9 a.m. Entry Fee: $20; Oysterponds/Greenport students and alumni $10. T-Shirt given to all pre-registrants, available day of race while they last. Applications at www.oysterponds.org.

The Old Town Art and Crafts Guild hosts 63rd anniversary open house, art exhibit and sale, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Main Road, Cutchogue. Refreshments served. 734-6382.

Appraisal Day, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Poquatuck Hall, Village Lane, Orient, hosted by Oysterponds Historical Society. Discover history and value of treasures in your attic, with professional appraisers from Skinner Auctioneers & Appraisers. Fee $20 first item, $35 for 2, $10 each additional item. 323-2480.

Greenport High School’s senior class car wash, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on school’s circular drive, Front Street. Free will donation.

Cub Scout Pack 39’s car wash fundraiser, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Cutchogue Firehouse, 260 New Suffolk Road.

Birthday Brunch & Open House, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. to celebrate first year of Adult Day Health Care Program at San Simeon by the Sound, Route 48, Greenport. RSVP 477-2110.

Chicken dinner, noon-7 p.m. at Jefferson Temple Church of God in Christ Route 48, Cutchogue. Adults $15; children free. Call ahead to order for delivery: 734-5498.

Spoken Music Workshop, 2:30 p.m. at Floyd Memorial Library, 539 First St., Greenport. Free. 477-0660.

Italian Dinner, 6 p.m. at Holy Trinity Church, Main Street and Manor Place, Greenport, with classic gourmet Italian food and wines. Donation $25; all proceeds go to charity and community services. Advance reservations only: 477-0855.

Saturn Appreciation Night, 7 p.m.-midnight (weather permitting) at Custer Institute and Observatory, 1115 Main Bayview Road, Southold. Suggested donation $5 adults, $3 kids under 14, members free. 765-2626.

Mother’s Day Dance Party, 8 p.m.-1 a.m. at American Legion Hall, Main Road, Southold, hosted by Perry Day Care Center parents. Snacks, dancing to music of DJ Cejas and more. Tickets at door or call 477-2931.

‘Incorruptible, A Dark Comedy About the Dark Ages,’ 8 p.m. at First Universalist Church, Main Road, Southold. See Thursday.

North Fork Community Theatre presents ‘Oklahoma!’ by Rodgers & Hammerstein, 8 p.m., Mattituck. See Thursday.

Sunday, May 15

Hike led by Barbara Terranova, 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Mill Road Preserve, 1900 W. Mill Road, Mattituck. Meet in parking lot. Distance 1.5-3 miles; pack snack and drink, bring camera and binoculars. Dress for weather; footwear with traction recommended. For ages 9+, hosted by Town of Southold Recreation Dept. Fee $5. Registration required: 765-5182.

Riverhead Foundation for Marine Research and Preservation will release male gray seal Ronan at noon under Ponquogue Bridge, Shinnecock Bay in Hampton Bays. Share exciting and rewarding results of foundation’s dedicated mission. 369-9840, www.riverheadfoundation.org.

Artist’s reception for show of paintings by Carol Gold, 1-3:30 p.m. at Mattituck-Laurel Library, Main Road, Mattituck. On view through May. Refreshments available. 298-4134.

Dedication of Village Garage, 2 p.m., hosted by Cutchogue-New Suffolk Historical Council at Village Green, Cutchogue. Complimentary refreshments served. 734-7122.

Wine tasting and auction, 2-6 p.m. at Vineyard Caterers, Main Road, Aquebogue, to benefit Little Flower Family Services, with music by Mambo Loco. Tickets $35 or 2/$60. 929-4300, ask for Christine Evola.

The No Doubt World Famous Monday Night Band, 2 p.m., directed by John Eyre, presents final concert of its 65th season in Howard Hovey Auditorium at Pulaski Street School in Riverhead. Admission free. Works by Bach, Beethoven, Edward Elgar, Robert Russel Bennett and Rogers and Hammerstein. Annual student scholarship award winner will perform first movement of Bassoon Concerto by Carl Maria von Weber. Information: 727-6538.

North Fork Community Theatre presents ‘Oklahoma!’ by Rodgers & Hammerstein, 2:30 p.m., Mattituck. See Thursday.

Team Challenge, Crohn’s & Colitis benefit, 3-6 p.m. at Out East Family Fun, 1716 Old Country Road, Riverhead. Team of 4, $50; $15 per person. Mini golf, raffles, prizes and 50/50. Tickets/information: 516-381-6441.

‘Incorruptible, A Dark Comedy About the Dark Ages,’ 3 p.m. at First Universalist Church, Main Road, Southold. See Thursday. Final performance.

The Women of the Moose, Riverhead Chapter 1118 host Moose Races at 51 Madison Street. Doors open 3:30 p.m.; races start 4 p.m. Admission $10, includes buffet dinner. Reservations required. 779-2694.

Tuesday, May 17

North Fork Audubon Society’s Tuesdays With Tom – Warbler Wave Walk, meet 8 a.m. at Red House Nature Center, Inlet Pond County Park, Route 48, Greenport. Expect to see warblers, vireos, flycatchers, and other migrants. Register: 477-6456, or [email protected].

Mattituck High School Student Art Exhibition, 3:30-9 p.m. features artwork by 35 students grades 7-12 participating in NYSATA Portfolio Assessment. On view through May 25, in first floor corridors of school on Main Road. 298-8460.

Teens make duct tape flowers for the homebound, 4-5 p.m. in The Loft at Riverhead Free Library, 330 Court St. Register: 727-3228, ext. 6 or 12, [email protected].

Wednesday, May 18

Early Act holds food drive, 3-4 p.m. at Greenport IGA, South Street, to benefit CAST’s food pantry. 477-1950, ext 232.

Friends of Library book sale, 3-6 p.m. at Mattituck-Laurel Library, Main Road, Mattituck. Reading, viewing and listening materials at bargain prices. 298-4134.

Teens make silver bracelets, 4-5 p.m., and ‘Law & Order,’ 5-6 p.m. in The Loft at Riverhead Free Library, 330 Court St. Register: 727-3228, ext. 6 or 12, [email protected].

Thursday, May 19

Village of Greenport celebrates Arbor Day and Greenport Tree Day, 10 a.m. at Greenhill Cemetery, Webb and Second Streets, with tree planting and dedication in honor of Dave Horton, whose love of trees helped change landscapes of Greenport and Southold. 477-1231.

Woman’s Club of Riverhead’s annual Scholarship Awards Luncheon and Fashion Show, 11:30 a.m. at Vineyard Caterers, Main Road, Aquebogue. Tickets $40, call Joan Davis at 727-7256 or Sandra Reeve at 722-4096.

Spring Film Festival features ‘The Maid’ (2009, Chile), directed by Sebastián Silva, 6 p.m. at Floyd Memorial Library, 539 First St., Greenport. Sharply etched portrait of tightly wound domestic servant and her passive-aggressive relationship to her middle-class family. Free. 477-0660.

North Fork Community Theatre presents ‘Oklahoma!’ by Rodgers & Hammerstein, 8 p.m., Mattituck. Pre-show reception 7 p.m. compliments of Love Lane Kitchen. See Thursday.

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