Dan's Papers - October 26, 2007

OWL PROWL- At 6:30 p.m. check out the annual NFAS Owl Prowl with the North Fork Audubon Society at Red House, Inlet County Park, Greenport; search for resident screech owls and great horned owls by light of full moon. Non-members: $5. www.northforkaudubon.org.

AUTUMN BENEFIT- 7 p.m. is the second annual Autumn Howl to benefit Riverhead Animal Shelter at Martha Clara Vineyards, Jamesport, features live music, buffet from Farm Country Kitchen, wine and chinese auction with prizes. Tickets: advance, $40; at door, $50. Available at Martha Clara, Farm Country Kitchen, Elite Holistic Pet Supplies, East Enders Coffee House, Blue Door Gallery, Duffy's Deli or 1-800-424-5059.

THE FANTASTICKS- At 8 p.m. 'The Fantasticks' directed by Caroline Ciochetto with musical director Jeff Wentz. Through Nov. 4. Tickets: 631-298-6328.

MONSTER MASH- 7:30-10:30 p.m. check out the Halloween Monster Mash at Head Start, Southold, for Southold youth grades 6-9, features DJ Regina Homes "rockin' the house," games, costumes, prizes and more. Sponsored by Southold Communities That Care (CTC). Suggestion donation: $3. 631-664-9886.

AUTHOR SIGNING- At 5 p.m. Pierre Gazarian reads from and signs copies of his new book of poetry 'If You See My Dog, the Name is Moon' at Orient United Methodist Church. Refreshments served. 631-323-2722.

THE FANTASTICKS- At 8 p.m. 'The Fantasticks' directed by Caroline Ciochetto with musical director Jeff Wentz. Through Nov. 4. Tickets: 631-298-6328.

HALLOWEEN FAMILY DAY- 10 a.m. is a Halloween Family Day hosted by Oysterponds Historical Society featuring 3 cemetery tours followed by 'Trick or Treat' at some of Orient's historic buildings, where previous "occupants" will provide peep into 18th and 19 century living. 10 a.m.-East Marion Cemetery. 11:30 a.m.-Orient Village Cemetery. 1 p.m.-Terry Family Burial Ground. Free; reservations recommended. 1-4 p.m.-Bake sale at Old Point School House, Village Lane features family Halloween activities including pumpkin decorating (for nominal fee), penny candy store in Red Barn and hayrides. Wear costumes. Free. 631-323-2480 for more information.

JAZZALIVE- 8 p.m. check out JazzAlive, a Benefit Concert for Poquatuck Hall features North Fork-based singing group that harmonizes standards with "jazzy twist," at Poquatuck Hall, Orient. Reception follows concert. Admission: $20. 631-323-1378.

HEARTY HARVEST- 6 p.m. is the Annual Hearty Harvest Dinner at Holy Trinity Church in Greenport, featuring a "lavish" buffet of London broil, roast pork, roast turkey with "all the fixings," homemade desserts, coffee and wine. Advance reservations only; suggested minimum donation: $20. All proceeds to benefit community activities. Group tables available. RSVP and seating arrangements: 631-477-0855.

PARADE- At noon the Annual Southold PTA Parade begins at Southold Fire Department, Main Road, and proceeds west to Southold Elementary School, Oaklawn Avenue. Kids pre-school to grade 6 invited to join; goody bags handed out upon arrival at school. Wear costumes. Free. Call 631-765-8024.

FALL FESTIVAL- 11 a.m.-2 p.m. is the Fall Festival hosted by AHA/Asberger syndrome and High Functioning Autism Association at Gabrielsen's Country Farm, Jamesport, features hayrides, pumpkin picking, corn maze, face painting, feeding dairy cows, meeting alpacas, homemade preserves and pies, swings, mini-pedal tractors and more. Portion of proceeds to benefit AHA. Admission: $8. 516-470-0360.

HALLOWEEN BLUES SHOW- 8 p.m. check out the Monster Halloween Blues Show at Vail-Leavitt Music Hall, Riverhead, features Frank Latorre & The King Bees with special guest Rod Morgenstern of The Dixie Dregs, Winger & Paul Kayen, Black Jack Bomber Paul Fardella and bass guitarist Scott Ross. Tickets: advance, $22; at door, $25. Prize for best costume; evening continues at Tweed's for after-party. 631-727-5782, www.vail-leavitt.org.

PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST- At 5 p.m. check out a pumpkin carving contest sponsored by Town of Southampton Parks & Recreation Department at East Quogue Village Green. Bring pumpkins 5-6 p.m.; no carving permitted at event. Judging begins 6 p.m.; winners awarded for funniest, scariest and most creative and unique pumpkins. 631-728-8585.

LONE SHARKS BAND PLAY LIVE- 1:30 p.m. at Osprey's Dominion, Route 25, Peconic, enjoy wine, rolling hills, great music, pumpkins......PLEASE join the band as they make their debut playing Wine Country at the great Osprey's Dominion. Come taste the wine, come hear the band at this wonderful vineyard: 631-765-6188.

CROP WALK- 1:30 p.m. is the Annual Riverhead CROP Walk sponsored by Riverhead Clergy Council with walkers from several local congregations; begins at Riverhead Methodist Church, Main Street and continues 4.6 miles. Twenty-five percent of funds raised to benefit Bread and More Inn at First Congregational Church, Riverhead. 631-722-3070.

LONG ISLAND SCIENCE CENTER- 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Fetch! Halloween Challenge at Long Island Science Center, 11 West Main St., Riverhead; follow Ruff's clues and uncover secret of locked box. Prizes for all fetchers who succeed. Admission: adults, $2; children, $5. 631-208-8000. www.lisciencecenter.org.

COSTUME PARTY-3 p.m. enjoy the Halloween Costume Party at San Simeon by the Sound Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, Greenport, for children age 5 and under with adult accompaniment. Event features costume contest, trick or treating, games, goodies and prizes. 631-477-2110.

THE FANTASTICKS- 2:30 p.m. see 'The Fantasticks' directed by Caroline Ciochetto with musical director Jeff Wentz. Through Nov. 4. Tickets: 631-298-6328.

FAMILY ROLLER SKATING- 1-4 p.m. check out family roller skating featuring a Halloween theme at Greenport American Legion, Third Street; proceeds to fund 2008 Girls' State scholarship and building repair. Kids under 18 must be accompanied by adult. Admission: $5; roller skate and roller blade rentals, $2. Concession stand open. 631-477-1020, 631-477-5914.

OCTOBER 31 TANGER OUTLET HALLOWEEN- From to 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. at Tanger Outlet Center, Riverhead This Halloween, Tanger Outlet Center in Riverhead, NY, will again welcome children ages 12 & under to Trick-or-Treat in its well-lit and safe shopping environment. Participating stores will be designated with a Trick-or-Treat decal and will have candy on-hand for visiting children. Upon arriving on Halloween, children and parents should stop by the Tanger Visitor Center in Tanger I to check-in and pick up their "Tanger Trick-or-Treat" bags. Call 631-369-2732.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3, AUTHOR SPEAKS- "From Pack Peddler to International Banker: The Life and Times of Joseph Seligman," Dr. Kenneth Libo, historian and author of works on Jewish history, speaks after services which begin at 9:00 a.m. Lunch follows Dr. Libo's remarks. This program, which is free and open to the public, is made possible through the support of the New York Council for the Humanities' Speakers in the Humanities Series. Temple Israel of Riverhead, 490 Northville Turnpike. 631 727-3191.

CHILDRENS ART PROJECT-The Children's Art Project continues. Hector deCordova, an artist and teacher has brought children of diverse backgrounds, ages 8 to 12, together for a painting workshop. Their work can be seen at the Morris Meeting Room of the Rogers Memorial Library during regular Library hours. Runs until November 13. Call 631-477-0620 for more info.

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 sustained a 200-pound weight loss himself. Space is limited. For more information contact New Life at 888-446-7764.

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: 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

CAROUSEL - The Greenport Village carousel in Mitchell Park 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.