Dan's Papers - October 3, 2008

ASTRONOMY JAMBOREE- Thirtieth annual Astronomy Jamboree & Science Fair begins 6 p.m. Friday with an evening of live music, poetry, food and fun. Saturday features a full day of lectures by distinguished speakers and astronomy/science fair presentations by Long Island students grades 8-12. Suggested donation: adults, $50; members, $35; seniors/full-time students, $10. 631-765-2626

NORTH FORK AUDUBON SOCIETY- North Fork Audubon Society: Saturday, Oct. 4-Celebration of life of Tony Prentice, former NFAS president, vice president and board member, at Red House Nature Center, Inlet Pond County Park, Greenport, includes dedication of a bench donated in his name by Bev Prentice; complimentary light lunch follows ceremony. RSVP: 631-477-0553, .

THE BIG DUCK HOMECOMING- 2-4 p.m. Big Duck Homecoming Celebration at Big Duck Ranch, Flanders, features guest speakers, live music by The Notations, games for kids, free hot dogs, soda and cupcakes. 631-727-5342.

BLESSING OF THE ARTS- 2 p.m.-4:30 p.m. check out the Blessing of the Artists at First Parish Church UCC Spiritual Renewal Center, Northville, with tribute to Roy Osmond plus art show and guided tour of art gallery.

FAMILY ROLLERSKATING- 1-4 p.m. check out family roller skating at American Legion Hall, Greenport; children must have adult accompaniment. Fee, $5 per person; roller skate and roller blade rentals, $2. Concession stand open.

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

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.

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.