Dan's Papers - September 14, 2007

LIVE MUSIC- At 7 p.m. Singer/songwriter Mark Quintana performs favorites and original compositions at Floyd Memorial Library, Greenport. Free. 631-477-0660.

ORIENT POINT PROGRAMS- At 7:30 p.m. attend a general meeting at Red House, Inlet Pond County Park, Greenport, will focus on unique ecological communities of Long Island. Greg Edinger, chief ecologist with New York Natural Heritage Program, presents illustrated talk on diversity of our ecosystems. Raffle and refreshments follow program. Tuesday, Sept. 18, 8 a.m.-Trip to Jamaica Bay wildlife refuge with Tom Domiani followed by dinner. Meet for carpooling at Red House. Non-members, $5. 631-275-3202 or visit www.northforkaudubon.org.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS- From 5-7 p.m. go to a family dinner "seconds on us"; bar open until 8 p.m. Donation: adults, $15; 2 for $25. Children, $7. Sunday, Sept. 16, 8-11:30 a.m.-Breakfast buffet "all you can eat." Donation: adults, $10; 6 for $50. Children, $5. 631-734-7338.

HARVEST FESTIVAL HAYRIDE HOEDOWN- 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Spend harvest time with Palmer Vineyards and receive a free hayride with the purchase of a glass of wine or Kool-Aid for the kids. Live Bluegrass music with Eastbound Freight from 1-5 PM. Free. Palmer Vineyards, Sound Ave. (Route 48), Riverhead (631) 722-9463 or

INTERNATIONAL BEACH CLEAN UP- 11 a.m. International Beach Cleanup sponsored by Riverhead Foundation and Atlantis Marine World Aquarium at Ponquogue Pavilion, Hampton Bays, led by naturalists from both organizations. Learn about marine life on Long Island, marine mammal and sea turtle rescue program and help clean beaches. Registration by calling 631-369-9840.

BIKE TOUR- 7 a.m. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society Long Island Chapter's MS150 Bike Tour through the Twin Forks offers three course options: 35, 50 or 75 miles. First day includes lunch at Montauk Lighthouse and overnight stay on Shelter Island; second day features ferry ride to North Fork and cycling through Wine Country to Veterans Memorial Park in Mattituck. Registration: $50. 631-864-8337, www.nmssli.org.

BIRD WATCHING AT ORIENT- 9-11 a.m. check out the Birds of Orient at Orient Beach State Park; view southbound migration of shorebirds, hawks and others; programs ends at Orient Point County Park. Bring binoculars; meet at snack bar in parking lot. Fee: adults, $3; children, $2. 631-323-2440.

LIGHTHOUSES- At 3:30 p.m. check out the East End Lighthouses Maritime History & Gardiners Island cruise or visit to Race Rock Lighthouse on Peconic Star II; includes buffet meal with Long Island wines. Reservations suggested; board at Greenport dock. Tickets: general, $85; members, $80. 631-477-4121, www.eastendlighthouses.org.

CRAFT FAIR- At 9 a.m.-2 p.m: Craft fair and flea market to be held at Southold Indian Museum. Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 16. 631-765-5577.

SNAPPER TOURNAMENT- 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Tenth annual Riverhead Snapper Tournament on Town Dock, Peconic riverfront, features kids, junior and adult divisions; profits to benefit Riverhead Recreation Summer Scholarship program. Entry fee: $13. 631-727-5744, 631-625-525-7987. Event to be filmed as episode of TV show "Adventures in Fishing."

YARD AND BAKE SALE- 9 a.m.-1 p.m.: Giant yard and bake sale hosted by First Congregation Church of Riverhead features jewelry, furniture, china, clothing, baked goods and more. 631-727-2621.

COMMUNITY PICNIC- From 1-6 p.m. check out the third annual after-summer East End community picnic at Red Creek Park, Hampton Bays, features hot dogs, drinks, ice cream, music, poetry, games, arts and crafts, dancing, sports and more. Bring pot luck dish for 5-6 people, lawn chairs and blankets. Rain location: indoors, noon-3 p.m. 631-727-6831.

BIKE TOUR- 7 a.m. National Multiple Sclerosis Society Long Island Chapter's MS150 Bike Tour through the Twin Forks offers three course options: 35, 50 or 75 miles. First day includes lunch at Montauk Lighthouse and overnight stay on Shelter Island; second day features ferry ride to North Fork and cycling through Wine Country to Veterans Memorial Park in Mattituck. Registration: $50. 631-864-8337, www.nmssli.org.

OPENNG RECEPTION- 3-5 p.m. enjoy the opening reception for group show at Rosalie Dimon Gallery, Jamesport Manor Inn, Manor Lane. Paintings by Margery Gosnell-Qua and Muriel Hanson Falborn and local photography by Virginia Aschmoneit. On view through Nov. 6. Sponsored by East End Arts Council. 631-722-0500.

COMMUNITY BRUNCH TO BENEFIT CHURCH- 8:30 a.m.-noon: Annual gourmet brunch hosted by Holy Trinity Church, Greenport, features "omelets to order" and hot buffet table with crêêpes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, home fries, fruit salad, bagels and pastries. Suggested minimum donation: adults, $15; children under 12, $7; under 5, free. Proceeds to benefit church charities. Tickets: 631-477-0855 or at door.

SEPTEMBER 22, 23, 29 and 30 HARVEST FESTIVAL HAYRIDE HOEDOWN- 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Spend harvest time with Palmer Vineyards and receive a free hayride with the purchase of a glass of wine or Kool-Aid for the kids. Live Bluegrass music with Buddy Merriam & Backroads from 1-5 PM. Free. Palmer Vineyards, Sound Ave. (Route 48), Riverhead (631) 722-9463 or

WEIGHT LOSS - The second Tuesday of every month, Dr. RussL'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 at 888-446-7754.

GREENPORT GALLERY WALK- On the third Saturday of every month from June through December (6-9 p.m.), a select group of galleries will open their doors for an evening of gallery hopping. Please join us for viewing, gallery talks, and refreshments. Dates are: June 16, July 21, August 18, September 15, October 20, November 17, and December 15. For further information please call 631-477-2153

REIKI CIRCLES- Reiki Cirlces Monday Nights @ Grace Episcopal Church Last Monday of the month, meetings are held at Peconic Bay Medical Center. For more Information, contact Ellen J. McCabe at (631) 727-2072

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

INDIAN MUSEUM - In Southold, open Sundays from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 631-765-5577.

CAROUSEL - The Greenport Village carousel in Mitchell Park is open Saturdays, Sundays and school holidays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Info for all facilities at the park including the ice rink and camera obsura can be found by calling 631-477-2200.

CUSTER OBSERVATORY- Weather permitting Custer staff will be on hand to assist visitors in observing the night sky using their telescopes. From sunset until midnight in Southold. Call 631-765-2626.

MEDITATION - Buddhist meditations on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church on Main Street in Southold. Call 631-949-13-77.

BINGO - Play bingo at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at Southold American Legion Post 803, Main Road and Tuckers Lane. For more information call 631-765-2276.