Rachel Stephens

Suffolk County

Lisa Finn

New York City Metropolitan Area

Riverhead

New York

Westhampton-Hampton Bays

Center Moriches-Eastport

North Fork

Peggy Spellman Hoey

Shirley-Mastic

Miller Place-Rocky Point

Southampton

Medford

Port Jefferson

Patchogue

Three Village

American Legion Post 803

Holiday shopping starts November 1 on the North Fork at the Southold American Legion Auxiliary’s 14th Annual Holiday Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. inside the Legion Hall located at 51655 Main Rd. in Southold. More than 25 vendors will showcase skillfully handcrafted items, delicious home-baked goods, and other specialty items perfect for holiday gifting. Admission is free. Raffle tickets will be offered for sale for a chance to win a 50/50 cash prize and raffle gifts. Hotdogs, homemade chili, rice pudding and beverages will be available for purchase.

Local Event: Holiday Craft Fair

Holiday Craft Fair

Holiday shopping starts November 1 on the North Fork at the Southold American Legion Auxiliary’s 14th Annual Holiday Craft Fair...

Riverhead Free Library

<h1>YOU'RE INVITED!</h1>
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | PRESS &amp; COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
<h2>AAECF, Inc. Celebrates a New Chapter!</h2>
OFFICIAL REBRANDING &amp; SIGN UNVEILING CEREMONY
In conjunction with our 4th Annual Native American History Month All Year Round Celebration
<h1>“SHE CARRIES THE NATION”</h1>
Honoring the Strength, Stories &amp; Legacy of Native Women
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Riverhead Free Library 330 Court Street, Riverhead, NY 11901
FREE ADMISSION | IN-PERSON &amp; VIRTUAL
<h3>A New Name. An Expanded Mission. A Celebration of Our Ancestors and Future!</h3>
The Board of Directors invites Tribal Nations, elected officials, media, community leaders, educators, families, and the public to celebrate the official unveiling of our new name:
Ancestral Arts, Education &amp; Cultural Foundation, Inc. (AAECF, Inc.)
Celebrating 30 years of service, AAECF begins an exciting new chapter dedicated to ancestral arts, education, cultural preservation, workforce development, and community empowerment.
<h3>FEATURED INDIGENOUS WOMEN</h3>
Keynote Speaker: Bella Noka — Narragansett Tribal Elder &amp; Activist
Mistress of Ceremonies: Josephine Smith — Shinnecock Tribal Elder &amp; Educator
Distinguished Speakers:
<ul><li>MaryRose Morigeau — Bitterroot Salish, Confederated Salish &amp; Kootenai Tribes (CSKT)</li><li>Attorney Taylor Dumpson — Narragansett; Civil Rights &amp; Sovereignty Advocate</li><li>Darlene Bruce-Spencer (Rainbow Warrior) — Pokanoket Wolf Clan Mother, Artist &amp; Author</li></ul>
Special Taíno Heritage &amp; Cultural Presentation: Nilda Mencia
<h3>EXPERIENCE INDIGENOUS CULTURE!</h3>
Join us on Corchaug ancestral territory for an inspiring celebration featuring traditional drumming, singing, dancing, storytelling, cultural education, and Indigenous representation from Nations across the country and Caribbean.
“She Who Creates Sacred Pieces” — Explore our Indigenous Women Artisans &amp; Holiday Marketplace featuring handmade jewelry, beadwork, artwork, and traditional crafts.
A Taste of Indigenous Traditions — Enjoy samples of traditional foods celebrating ancestral culinary heritage.
<h3>CAN'T ATTEND? JOIN OUR LIVE WEBINAR!</h3>
<a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88416528463?pwd=9uvjjGEuPrvKPHHFAZn36E15JWzZsu.1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Join via Zoom</a>
Meeting ID: 884 1652 8463 Passcode: 222080
<h3>SUPPORT OUR MISSION</h3>
Admission is FREE! Donations of any amount are appreciated to help sustain our educational and cultural programming.
<a href="https://www.aaecfinc.org/sponsor-form" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Donate or Become a Sponsor</a>
<a href="https://www.aaecfinc.org/support-our-future-cultural-center-and-museum" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Support Our Future Cultural Center &amp; Museum</a>
<h3>PRESS &amp; MEDIA CONTACT</h3>
Marylin Banks-Winter, President Ancestral Arts, Education &amp; Cultural Foundation, Inc.
Email: <a href="mailto:aaecfinc@gmail.com">aaecfinc@gmail.com</a> Office: 631-208-1739 Text: 631-494-5665
Together, We Honor Our Ancestors, Celebrate Our Cultures &amp; Inspire Future Generations!
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Local Event: “She Carries The Nation”

“She Carries The Nation”

YOU'RE INVITED!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | PRESS & COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
AAECF, Inc. Celebrates a New Chapter!
OFFICIAL...

Residence Inn by Marriott Long Island East End

Fashion Show, Dinner &amp; Chinese Auction, Grand Prizes, Raffles, Other Prizes - sponsored by the East End Lions Club Foundation, Inc.&nbsp;
Event Location:&nbsp; Residence Inn by Marriott Long Island East End, Elegance Ballroom, 2012 Old Country Road, Riverhead.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Easy Self-Parking 
Cost:&nbsp; &nbsp; $70&nbsp; &nbsp; Reservations:&nbsp; &nbsp;Contact Roberta Faltin 631-745-2457, or contact Lydia at 631-734-5897&nbsp; (pre-register by Nov. 6th)&nbsp;&nbsp;
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Fashions by Fandango of Hampton Bays
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Jewelry by Valerie's Touchtone Crystal by Swarvoski&nbsp;Dinner Choices:&nbsp; Chicken Piccata, Citrus Glazes Salmon, Roasted Vegetables with Pasta (Gluten Free Available)&nbsp; &nbsp;Appetizers will be served with Dinner, also includes Green Salad, Dessert, Coffee or Tea

Local Event: 23rd Annual Fashion Show sponsored by East End Lions Club Foundation, Inc.

23rd Annual Fashion Show sponsored by East End...

Fashion Show, Dinner & Chinese Auction, Grand Prizes, Raffles, Other Prizes - sponsored by the East End Lions Club Foundation,...

23rd Annual Fashion Show sponsored by East End Lions Club Foundation, Inc.

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