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Bring your beloved pets for a special blessing and community gathering. To ensure everyone's safety and comfort, please keep all pets on a leash or in secure carriers during the event. 11am to 12pm RAIN or SHINE

Local Event: Blessing Of The Animals

Blessing Of The Animals

Bring your beloved pets for a special blessing and community gathering. To ensure everyone's safety and comfort, please keep...

Lake Avenue

Join the St. James Chamber of Commerce for a vibrant community celebration featuring live music, food, and various vendors. The festival offers family-friendly entertainment including a bounce house, face painting, crafts, and even a mechanical bull for the adventurous.

Local Event: St. James Day

St. James Day

Join the St. James Chamber of Commerce for a vibrant community celebration featuring live music, food, and various vendors. The...

The Performing Arts Studio, 224 E. Main St, Port Jefferson, NY 11777

<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/improv-in-real-life/id1825653423" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Improv In Real Life</a> is a podcast that features thoughtful conversations and improv games that demonstrate the intersection of creativity and real life. This event is a live performance podcast recording. Jude Treder-Wolff will host, featuring a talented panel of experts to discuss and demonstrate collaboration and communication skills for team and partnership=building through improv and why they matter in today's world. Pat Shay (Peoples Improv Theater, Business Improv, Funny Parents podcast on a real-life team with his wife, who also is on the panel)Mary Theresa Archbold (Funny Parents podcast, This American Life off-Broadway play Cost Of Living, on a real life team with her husband Pat Shay) Elizabeth Bojsza, MFA (Assistant Professor of Practice, Alan Alda Center For Communicating Science at Stony Brook University, lead curriculum developer the Alda Healthcare Experience
Lydia Franco-Hodges (Assistant Professor of Practice, Alan Alda Center For Communicating Science, Women In STEM Leadership Program) <a href="https://www.lifestage.me/trainers-1" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Host: Jude Treder-Wolff</a> is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Practitioner of Applied Improvisation, and creative arts therapist, with 40 years of experience as an innovative and improvisational clinician and trainer. Having worked in every area of mental health, she is also a writer/performer, storyteller, trained improviser, and host of the <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/improv-in-real-life/id1825653423" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Improv In Real Life podcast,</a> which explores the intersection of creativity and improv skills in dealing with real-life goals and stresses. She speaks and presents on the applications of creativity to personal and professional development, and has been interviewed for articles that appeared in <a href="https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/how-say-i-m-sorry-really-mean-it-ncna821036" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">NBC News</a>, <a href="https://www.thelist.com/85859/things-feel-lonely/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Thelist.com</a>, <a href="https://www.bustle.com/p/the-perfect-breakup-playlist-according-to-a-music-therapist-22074724" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Bustle</a>, <a href="https://www.vice.com/en/article/five-good-reasons-to-fire-your-therapist/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">VICE,</a> Long Island Business News, LI Pulse, Newsday, <a href="https://www.chicagotribune.com/2010/01/10/face-time-vs-facebook/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Chicago Tribune</a>, <a href="https://chicago.suntimes.com/news/2012/8/29/18571035/the-art-of-therapy" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Chicago Sun-Times</a>, <a href="https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2000-nov-12-wp-50665-story.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">LA Times,</a> Orlando Sentinel, Women’s Day, and the New York Daily News. She has designed and facilitated training workshops and classes about creativity in healing, learning, and professional development for The National Association Of Social Workers-New York State annual conferences, UC-Berkeley Continuing Education Program For Behavioral Sciences, SUNY-Buffalo Institute For Addiction Studies, The Psychotherapy Networker Symposium in Washington, D.C., The Examined Life Conference at Carver College Of Medicine in Iowa City, IA, NYU Arts In Health Care among many other conferences and organizations around the country. She served as chair of the 2019 Applied Improvisation Network World Conference, in partnership with the Alan Alda Center For Communicating Science at Stony Brook University.Online tickets are available <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/events/2000185113518/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">on this link</a>. ***

Local Event: Improv In Real Life Podcast- live in-person recording

Improv In Real Life Podcast- live in-person...

Improv In Real Life is a podcast that features thoughtful conversations and improv games that demonstrate the intersection of...

Improv In Real Life Podcast- live in-person recording

The Performing Arts Studio, 224 E. Main St. Port Jefferson, NY

<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/improv-in-real-life/id1825653423" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Improv In Real Life</a>is a funny, informative podcast that explores the many fantastic applications of improv skills to real life needs and challenges, featuring expert improvisers &amp; trainers, hosted by <a href="https://www.lifestage.me/trainer" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Jude Treder-Wolff</a>
This live recording is an opportunity to be entertained and learn in the most fun, interesting way. The theme of this live episode is collaboration and teamwork. Through great conversation about and improvisers demonstrating the concepts through performing games and exercises that are as hilarious as they are informative, you can experience the special magic that improv can bring to real life partnerships and groups at home and work. 
Check out this segment of Improv In Real Life on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5tzfGVGPe4" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Long Island Tea podcast!</a>Tickets are $15 online, $20 at the door (cash only at the door)
<a href="https://www.lifestage.me/trainers-1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Host Jude Treder-Wolff </a>is a creative arts therapist, clinical social worker, improviser and storyteller, who writes and teaches about applications of the arts to real life personal and professional struggles and growth for the past 40 years. She writes about improv, storytelling and creativity for real life growth and healing on<a href="https://substack.com/@judetrederwolff" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> Substack</a>.
Panelists:
Elizabeth Bosjza, MFA is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science. She serves as the curriculum lead for the Alda Healthcare Experience. In addition to designing science communication curricula and leading Alda Center programs, she also holds a joint appointment in the Department of Communication where she teaches science communication graduate courses and is responsible for supporting students in the Advanced Graduate Certificate program.
Lydia Franco-Hodges is an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science, where she designs and facilitators professional development programs that blend applied improvisational theatre with communication strategies. In addition to science communication programs, she developed and delivered the Alda Center's Women in STEM Leadership Program.Prior to joining the Alda Center, Lydia taught acting at Stonybrook University.
Mary Theresa Archbold partners with her husband Pat Shay teaching improv skills to parents and families, PTAs and community groups. She is an award winning NYC based performer who has appeared on Television (Law &amp; Order: SVU, Bull) and Broadway and off-Broadway stage -most recently in the 2018 Pulitzer Prize winning play Cost of Living and solo performer who is a prolific creator blending her passions in a style uniquely her own: dance/comedy. She has been featured on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewwL2kA6iEU" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Moth </a>and <a href="https://www.thisamericanlife.org/469/hiding-in-plain-sight/act-one-1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">This American Life.</a>
Pat Shay spent ten years in Chicago, studying with Del Close, Charna Halpern, Mick Napier, and Ali Farahnakian, and performing, teaching, and coaching: including in touring casts for IO &amp; the Second City. Along the way, he got to play leads in plays like Hamlet and Taming of the Shrew; and singing versions of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Pa Ingalls. With his wife, Mary Theresa Archbold, he’s written Pat &amp; Mary Save Their Marriage and Jazz Hand, which has won awards and great reviews across the country – including making the final four of the NBC/Universal Shortcuts Festival. Pat has played Brian in both Off-Broadway runs of Flanagan’s Wake. He has been seen nationwide in commercials for Hardware and Insurance, and has bobsledded through the audience of Late Night with Conan O’Brien.

Local Event: Improv In Real Life - Live In-Person Podcast Recording/Performance

Improv In Real Life - Live In-Person Podcast...

Improv In Real Lifeis a funny, informative podcast that explores the many fantastic applications of improv skills to real life...

Improv In Real Life - Live In-Person Podcast Recording/Performance

GINO’S OF COMMACK

Join us for our in-person seminar, “Your Estate, Your Legacy: Planning Today for the Future”,&nbsp;and learn how to take control of your future with clarity and confidence.
During this informative and practical session, our experienced team will cover:
<ul><li>The Core Foundations of Estate Planning&nbsp;– What every adult needs in place (and what most people are missing).</li><li>Protecting Your Assets &amp; Your Loved Ones&nbsp;– How to safeguard what you’ve built from unnecessary risk.</li><li>Wills vs. Trusts&nbsp;– Understanding the differences and determining what’s right for your situation.</li><li>Planning Ahead for Long-Term Care&nbsp;– Strategies to avoid costly surprises and protect your savings.</li><li>When &amp; Why Plans Must Be Updated&nbsp;– Life changes — your estate plan should too.</li></ul>
Estate planning isn’t just about documents — it’s about protecting your family, preserving your assets, and creating a plan that works when it matters most.
You’ll leave with a clearer understanding of your options and the next steps needed to put a solid plan in place. This seminar is ideal whether you’re just getting started or reviewing an existing plan.
Seats are limited and these events fill quickly!&nbsp;Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward lasting peace of mind.
Submit any further questions to Cindy Abrehu at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cabrehu@vjrussolaw.com">cabrehu@vjrussolaw.com</a>

Local Event: Commack Seminar: “Your Estate, Your Legacy: Planning Today for the Future”

Commack Seminar: “Your Estate, Your Legacy:...

Join us for our in-person seminar, “Your Estate, Your Legacy: Planning Today for the Future”, and learn how to take control of...

Commack Seminar: “Your Estate, Your Legacy: Planning Today for the Future”

SYJCC

<h2>BE A PART OF COMMACK DAY!</h2>
<h5>Get ready for this year’s Commack Day Festival – we’re building on last year’s amazing turnout of over 4,000 residents to create an even more memorable and meaningful experience! This year, we’re proud to support the FealGood Foundation (<a href="https://fealgoodfoundation.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">fealgoodfoundation.com)</a>&nbsp;Join us as we come together as a community to raise awareness and make a difference. Commack Day is all about supporting and celebrating the beautiful community we call home. By bringing the people, families, and businesses that call Commack home together, we have been able to display the unity that this community embodies. Join us as we raise money for the Commack Fire Department, the Commack Ambulance Corps, and the Eric Spinato Foundation for student scholarships, in memory of Commack alumn, Eric Spinato.</h5>

Local Event: Commack Day

Commack Day


BE A PART OF COMMACK DAY!
Get ready for this year’s Commack Day Festival – we’re building on last year’s amazing turnout of...

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