Dan's Papers - June 26, 2009 - North Fork Events

TRAWLER FEST - Trawler Fest, the notable cruising-under-power event produced by PassageMaker Magazine, is returning to Greenport. The event combines a boat show, education, and community fun into one grand boating experience. On June 26-29, the event will take place at Mitchell Park Marina, where exhibiting companies will set up on the picturesque lawn overlooking ocean motorboats of all sizes on display in the marina. 410-990-9086.

FAMILY DINNER- Family dinner "seconds on us" 5-7 p.m. at Knights of Columbus, Cutchogue. Bar open until 8 p.m. Adults, $15 or 2/$25; under age 10, $10. 631-734-7338.

RADIO FIELD DAY - Annual Amateur Radio Field Day, Saturday-Sunday, 2 p.m. at Horton Point Lighthouse Park, Southold. Peconic Amateur Radio Club demonstrates ham radio's new capabilities and more. Free. 631-734-5121.

AUGUSTUS GRIFFIN - Augustus Griffin's World exhibit opens at Janet T. Swanson Gallery, Old Point Schoolhouse, Orient, 2-5 p.m. On view through September 27, 631-323-2480.

EAST END HOSPICE'S ANNUAL SUMMER GALA - East End Hospice's 10th annual Summer Gala 'East Meets West' dinner dance, Saturday, June 27, 7-11 p.m. at Sandacres Estate, Quogue, honors D.J. Carey with the Dorothy P. Savage Good Samaritan award. Call 631-288-7080 or visit eeh.org for details.

PECONIC RIVER FESTIVAL - Peconic River Festival in downtown Riverhead. For details call Peconic Green Growth, 631-591-2401.

AN EVENING ON THE HALF SHELL - This Slow Food Cocktail Party on the deck of the Old Mill Inn at 5775 West Mill Road in Mattituck will Celebrate the Oyster. Special guest speaker Sandy Ingber, Executive Chef at the Grand Central Oyster Bar will be on hand for the event. Enjoy oysters from local waters, small bites and pairings with partners LiV Vodka, Castello di Borghese and Lenz Winery. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Slow Food. 5-7 p.m. $30 per person. Call 631-298-8080 for reservations or more information.

SIRENS' SONG GALLERY - "On the Edge - Coastal and Barrier Plants, Their Friends and Some Enemies," 6-9 p.m. at Siren's Song Gallery, Greenport. Portion of sales of artworks benefits Cornell University's Horticultural Research and Extension Center in Riverhead and New York Sea Grant. On view through June 29. Free series of lectures on local ecology by directors and professors from program slated, call gallery for dates. 631-477-1021.

WEIGHT LOSS- The second Tuesday of every month, Dr. Russ L'HommeDieu, a physical therapist, holds a free weight management lecture & discussion session for people fighting similar weight loss problems. The discussion is moderated by Dr. Russ, who has upheld a 200-pound weight loss himself. Space is limited. For more information, contact New Life in Progress at 888-446-7764.

HEALTHY COOKING MADE QUICK & EASY- The second Friday of every month, a Quick and Easy Healthy Cooking demonstration is being offered. The demo will be done by Dr. Russ L'HommeDieu, DPT; a certified Wellness Coach - who has himself, maintained an over 200 pound weight loss for the last four years. This would be a great place to get started with new ideas on how to cook and eat healthier. He will be offering some great ideas on how to cook healthy for the whole week when you just don't have that much time. He will also be explaining all the great health benefits of including Whole Grains in your diet. If you eat, you don't want to miss this! Space is limited. Reservations required. Small materials fee. Call to reserve your spot! 888-446-7764.

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

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