Dan's Papers - September 12, 2008

POTLUCK DINNER IN GREENPORT- 6:30 p.m enjoy the pre-meeting potluck dinner features food prepared with seaweed; bring dish if possible. 7:30 p.m.-General meeting and seaweed program features presentation by Stephen Schott, "Underwater Gardens: The Biology, Ecology and Aesthetics of Long Island Seaweeds," at Red House Nature Center, Inlet County Park, Route 48, Greenport. Nonmembers $5. RSVP 631-477-0553, northforkaudubon@mac.com.

NATURE SCAVENGER HUNT- 11 a.m., bring your kids on a Nature Scavenger Hunt children's program at Red House Nature Center, Route 48, Greenport. Nonmembers $5. E-mail, sarahmcc@verizon.net, or call 631-477-3988. www.northforkaudubon.org.

NEW YORK STATE BEACH CLEANUP- 8 a.m.-4 p.m. volunteer at the twenty-second annual New York State Beach Cleanup hosted by Long Island State Park Region at Orient Beach State Park, part of the global International Coastal Cleanup in which over 100 countries participate. Volunteers receive certificates. Collection bags provided; wear comfortable shoes. 631-323-2440, 631-321-3510, www.nysparks.com.

POTLUCK DINNER AT CORNELL- 6:30 p.m. check out the monthly potluck dinner hosted by EarthSave, which promotes healthy and planet-friendly food choices, at Cornell Cooperative Extension, 424 Griffing Ave., Riverhead. Lecture follows dinner. Bring vegetarian dish that serves 6-8 people. 631-567-5280.

HALLOCK BAY PADDLE AND BBQ- 5:30-10 p.m. check out the Hallock Bay paddle and barbecue with Group for the East End; 1-mile paddle from end of Platt Road to Orient Beach State Park; then barbecue, bonfire, sunset and return moonlight paddle (weather permitting). Barbecue fee, $25; under 12, $15. Single kayak rental, $35; double kayak or canoe, $45. Bring drinks, chair or blanket; supplies must be transported in kayak or canoe. RSVP: 631-537-1400, ext. 13, kschertel@eastendenvironment.org.

CONCERT AT VAIL-LEAVITT- 8 p.m. check out Power of Music's 'Heavy Metal Theater,' starring Turrigenous, Constricted, Phoenix Rising, Undetermined, and Ferox Canoris; at Vail-Leavitt Music Hall. Tickets: $12 in advance, $15 at door. Doors open at 7 p.m. 631-727-5782, www.vail-leavitt.org.

EVENTS AT THE FLOYD MEMORIAL LIBRARY- Floyd Memorial Library in Greenport at 3 p.m. presents an opening reception for 'Manifest Destiny,' exhibit of photographs by Revel Shinn Atkinson. On view through Oct. 18.

BEACH CLEAN-UP- 8 a.m.-4 p.m. volunteer at the twenty-second annual New York State Beach Cleanup hosted by Long Island State Park Region at Orient Beach State Park, part of the global International Coastal Cleanup in which over 100 countries participate. Volunteers receive certificates. Collection bags provided; wear comfortable shoes. 631-323-2440, 631-321-3510, nysparks.com.

50 MILE ROUND TRIP BICYCLE RIDE ON THE NORTH FORK- 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: Suffolk County Historical Society's 50-mile round-trip bicycle ride from Riverhead to Greenport; proceeds benefit society's building restoration and renovation. Riders must be age 14 or older; under 18 must have adult accompaniment. Food and beverages provided at all stops. Registration: advance, $25; day of event, $30. First 200 registrants receive commemorative T-shirt. www.suffolkcountyhistoricalsociety.org.

GREENPORT GALLERY WALKS- Beginning June 21 through December 20,the third Saturday of the month, Greenport's galleries will open their doors between 6-9 pm for an evening of gallery hopping. Please join us for gallery talks, and refreshments, while viewing the best of what's happening in the arts on gallery row. Check out www.greenportgallerywalk.com for more information.

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.

REIKI CIRCLES- Reiki Circles 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