Ongoing through October  31, 2012

From Riverhead to Orient Point; arts, culture, and community events for landlubbers and old salts alike celebrating our maritime past, present and future.

Now – November 14, 2012

Ruth S. Harley University Center Gallery, Adelphi University

An exhibition showcasing the collected works of Adelphi University Art Department faculty members Julia Whitney Barnes, Dale Flashner, Frederick Lawrence, Amy Mahnick, Jennifer Maloney, Evie McKenna, William Shillalies, Zaneta Zubkova. The exhibit will feature works in various media: painting, photography, mixed media, digital works, and ceramics.

September 1 – November 11, 2012

The Islip Arts Council and the Patchogue Arts Council join forces to link from town to town. Selected works by local artists on display in local businesses, restaurants and vacant spaces in Patchogue, Blue Point, Bayport, Sayville, Bay Shore and East Islip.

Visit our calendar for more details.
FREE

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Saturday, November 24, 2012 at 4:00 PM

The Fire Island Lighthouse Preservation Society

Experience the Lighthouse at night while working off some of those holiday calories.

$20 per Person – Reservations required, call 631-661-4876.  Sunset 4:30 pm.

Through November 25

Heckscher Museum of Art

This exhibition focuses on the colorful, large-scale, mixed-media drawings in which Robert Neuman addressed the timeless question of human folly.  Reflecting on the modern day world around him and informed by a knowledge of seafaring and shipbuilding, Neuman’s fantastical compositions are a metaphor for the human condition and man’s quest for a better life.  The artist’s exploration of this medieval theme was realized in print as a portfolio of etchings commissioned by August Heckscher, grandson of the Museum’s founder, to accompany a fine facsimile edition of humanist Sebastian Brandt’s best-selling medieval satire Shyp of Fooles.

Now  - December 2, 2012

Heckscher Museum of Art

With the tendency towards abstraction in the early 20th century, artists began an exploration of color for its own sake. Freed from the need to replicate the appearance of the natural world, painters examined color’s scientific and physiological attributes and exploited its emotional qualities. Drawn exclusively from the museum’s Permanent Collection, this exhibition presents an overview of color theory and its manifestations in the 20th century, including Pointillism, Fauvism, Synchromism, Neoplasticism, Abstract Expressionism, and Op art. Works by Josef Albers, Richard Anuskiewicz, Oscar Bluemner, Ilya Bolotowsky, James Brooks, Nicolas Carone, James Daugherty, Fritz Glarner, Theodore Stamos, Stanley Twardowicz, and Esteban Vicente, among others, will be featured.

Long Island, America’s 1950s Frontier will speed visitors back to this region’s most important postwar decade.

In the 1950s, Long Island led the country in population growth, thanks to trend-setting suburbs like Levittown and new ribbons of highway.  Long Island was also a microcosm of America in these years, experiencing change on every front, from Civil Rights to teenage rebellion.

Now through December 31, 2012

Museum hours: Thursday – Saturday, 10:00 am. – 5:00 pm  Sunday, noon to 5:00 pm

Now through December 21, 2012

David Filderman Gallery, Axinn Library, Hofstra University

This exhibition, in conjunction with the October 16, 2012 Presidential Debate at Hofstra University, features original sketches and digital prints of contemporary cartoons by five editorial cartoonists, including Long Island’s own Walt Handelsman. Topics include the economy, education, human rights, presidential elections, and war. Works by the late 19th century political artist Thomas Nast provide historical perspective.

Now through November 4, 2012

Museum Galleries a Treasure House of Chagall’s Works, Including First Local Showing of 1957 Bible Series of Hand-Colored Etchings

Includes Screening of Artists of the 20th Century: Marc Chagall

Screening daily at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m. & 3 p.m.   (with exceptions for special programs)

This 50-minute film explores Marc Chagall’s roots in Vitebsk, which are so strongly reflected in his art. From his earliest years, Chagall’s work was drawn from the sights, legends and heritage of his Russian-Jewish village. The film demonstrates how, throughout his career, Chagall was creating dreamlike visions of humans, animals and Russian village scenes, all employing the expressive power of color. Free with museum admission, No reservations. First come, first seated.

Now through November 4, 2012

The Contemporary Collectors Gallery exhibition pairs sculptural work by Julie Tremblay with paintings and works on paper by Sydney Chastain-Chapman. Both are New York artists whose work has been seen in solo and group exhibitions in North America and Europe.

Meet Artist Julie Tremblay   Saturday, November 3 at 3 p.m.  

On-going art exhibition through January 5, 2013 –  11:00 am to 4:00 pm, Tuesdays through Saturdays

Rogers Mansion, 17 Meeting House Lane,

$4 Adults, free for members and children

Eileen Dawn Skretch artist was born on the Rosko family farm in Southampton and has been painting the East End scene all her life. Her paintings depict our precious open spaces and included farm fields, bays and seascapes. An award winning artist, Ms Skretch’s paintings have been featured in East End galleries, The South Street, Wallace, Grenning Galleries and Ashawagh Hall and publications such as Vox, Dan’s Paper, Hamptons.com & House Magazine. A generous portion from the sales of the artwork benefits education programs at the Museum.

Through April 2013, Weekends 11:00AM- 5:00PM

Museum exhibits a variety of local seafaring artifacts including lighthouse lenses and display of Fishing and Oyster Industries

East End Seaport Museum and Maritime Foundation

Foot of Third Street, Greenport, NY

631-477-2100

Donations accepted

www.eastendseaport.org

Now through November 19, 2012

Islip Art Museum, Brickwood Hall, Islip

MAIN EXHIBITION:  Occupying Potato:  An Exhibition of Contemporary Potato Art

Curated by Jeffrey Allen Price

The Potato Revolution continues with an international exhibition of contemporary Potato Art at the Islip Art Museum. “Occupying Potato” brings together a wide range of works by artists deriving inspiration from different aspects of the Potato. This exhibit explores the potato as the most nutritional and abundant vegetable in the world; looks at its storied history and wide-ranging scientific uses and its spiritual aspects as well as its enduring comedic potential, and the prevalence of the potato in popular culture – a very unique exhibition.

MUSEUM STORE EXHIBITION:   Archie Rand: The Potato Prints

The Museum Store is excited and honored to present Archie Rand’s “The Potato Prints” have earned an unexpected niche in contemporary art history. They radiate joy and are appreciated by viewers of all ages. Bold in visual impact, they are filled with humanity and charm. Praised as technically remarkable achievements they remain just pure fun.

HISTORICAL ROOM EXHIBITION:  Potato Project Room: Unpacking My Potato Collection–Artifacts, Ephemera and Recent Acquisitions

The Islip Art Museum has invited Jeffrey Allen Price, artist and curator of the Occupying Potato exhibition to create a special installation in our historical room. The installation will feature a selection of over a hundred potato-themed objects collected from around the world over the last two decades. The show includes historical items, books, prints, tools, original works of art and more.

As part of the Maritime Heritage of the North Fork, Currier & Ives: Printmakers to the American People exhibition features images of clipper ships, yachts along with fishing and sailing. Included are views of light houses, steamships and the tragic fire of the Lexington on the Long Island Sound. The Suffolk County Historical Society’s the permanent collection offers a whaling exhibition, half-models by Gil Smith and a display of ship models.

Suffolk County Historical Society

Through October 27, 2012   Tuesday – Saturday   12:30-4:30 PM

As part of the Maritime Heritage of the North Fork “Maritime Inspired Art Exhibit”  is a juried exhibition at sponsored by East End Arts, Peconic Landing, Brecknock Hall Foundation, East End Seaport Museum and Maritime Foundation

Winning art will be included on 2013 East End Seaport Festival Poster

Exhibition runs through October 28, 2012   Hours: Saturdays and Sundays, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Free admission

An amazing display of over 5000 individually and uniquely crafted Jack O’Lanterns. The overall effect of viewing these thousands of pieces of art on the majestic grounds of Old Westbury Gardens will be truly
overwhelming. The event will showcase the work of dozens of some of the most talented sculptors and artists from Long Island and other parts of the NYC Metro area.

Opening October 2012 weekends through October 28, 2012 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm.

Partnering with the Maritime Heritage of the North Fork Festival “Mermania & Other Fantasies/Paintings & Works On Paper” is an Aquaculture exhibit displays works by Long Island Artists Gina Gilmour, Mary Twomey, Sherry Schreiber, and Caroline Waloski.

Now through November 5, 2012

Wednesday, October 24, 2012 at 7:30 pm

This is a free concert, available via mail order only (limit 4).

For tickets, include a self-addressed stamped envelope and send to:

Tilles Center Box Office, P.O. Box 570, Greenvale, NY 11548.

General seating. Tickets are on a first-come, first-served basis and are not guaranteed.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012, 7:30pm – 11:00  FREE
Featuring 4 ARTISTS simultaneously speed-painting to live music by Bob Gallo Band.
Great venue, cool vibe, excellent food, familiar faces!

Saturday and Sunday, October 27 and 28, 2012   11:00 am -6:00 pm

Nassau County Museum of Art – Roslyn Harbor

Family fun, fine art and fabulous crafts outdoors at the Museum. An annual visitor to the Museum, the arts fair is produced by the American Concern for Art and Craftsmanship, one of the nation’s most prominent craft fairs. Exhibiting craftspeople offer functional and decorative pottery, molded and dyed leather, precious and nontraditional jewelry, blown and stained glass, contemporary furniture, wearable art and more. Continuous craft demonstrations, alpaca shearing and entertainment along with a selection of international foods, beverages and desserts.

Admission is $7 for adults; children 12 and under are free; does not include Museum admission. Free parking.

Saturdays in October 27, 2012   2:00 – 5:00 PM

As part of the Maritime Heritage of the North Fork “Webb House Maritime Display” features within the 18th century Orange Webb House, a fascinating collection of artwork, documents and artifacts that tell the story of Oysterponds’ maritime heritage of the 18th and 19th centuries.
on Poquatuck Park Village Lane in Orient

October 27, 2012 at 7:00 pm

The Fire Island Lighthouse Preservation Society on the Lighthouse Terrace.

Listen to tales of eerie happenings along the Barrier Beach.  Dress warmly; bring blankets and flashlights.  Free

Tower Tours will be available from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm at the regular fee.

Special activities from 4:00pm to 7:00pm – Magic Show/Nature Walk/Beach

Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 8:30 pm

She is one of Broadway’s busiest leading ladies; he is equally in demand in opera houses around the world. When they joined forces with the New York Philharmonic in March 2011, Stephen Holden of The New York Times described their chemistry as “the ultimate embodiment of the romantic myth that sustained the Broadway musical during its golden years.” These great performers are together again in a program, conceived by Maestro Ted Sperling, of your favorite showtunes by Rodgers and Hammerstein, Jerome Kern, Cole Porter, Kurt Weill, Stephen Sondheim and Leonard Bernstein.

Gala 2012 honors Leslie Nylund, President, Sterling & Sterling, Inc.

Brett Sherris’ SUMMER CAMP CINEMA Film Festival

THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW
with The Unconventional Conventionalists’ Shadowcast

With its organic and spontaneous fan participation, since the 1970′s every showing of this international cult classic has become an event of epic proportions. Now, experience what the next generation of Rocky fans are doing.

THE UNCONVENTIONAL CONVENTIONALISTS, widely recognized as Long Island’s Premier Rocky Horror Picture Show Shadowcast are produced by Long Island’s Reel Entertainment Inc., in affiliation with Brett Sherris’ Summer Camp Cinema Film Festival, and have played 13 exclusive dates at The Cinema Arts Centre

$18.00/All seats. Tickets can be purchased at the door, online http://summercampcinema.com/, or by calling Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006

As part of the Maritime Heritage of the North Fork “Beebe-McLellan Life Boat”, Distinguished Lecture Series of Brecknock Hall Foundation presented by Maritime historian, Commander Timothy R. Dring USNR (retired), author of American Coastal Rescue Craft, – A Design History of Coastal Rescue Craft Used by the U.S. Life Saving Service and the U.S. Coast Guard

Peconic Landing Auditorium, Greenport, NY

Sunday, October 28, 2012  1:00 PM

Free admission, Please call for reservations 631-477-BLUE

Anything But Silent: Classics with Live Organ Accompaniment

A PAGE OF MADNESS (1926)

This virtuoso Japanese silent film, made in 1926, was lost, then found in 1971. It uses no title-boards, so the story is uninterrupted — an unusual technique in the silent era. Indeed, except for the absence of dialogue, reviewers agree that this classic movie has a very modern look and “feel.” The story of a retired sailor who has taken a job as a janitor in a lunatic asylum to look after his insane wife, A Page of Madness is a stunning invocation of the world as viewed by the mentally ill. Screens with accompaniment by Ben Model on the Cinema’s Miditzer Theater Organ.

$9 Members / $14 Public / Tickets can be purchased online, www.CinemaArtsCentreorg at the box office during theatre hours or by calling Brown Paper Tickets at 1-800-838-3006

Wednesday, October 31, 2012     10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Children who visit the Museum in costume on Halloween will receive a special “treat” and can participate in hands-on art activities while exploring the exhibitions with their families admission free.

Wednesday, October 31, 8:00pm

 Molloy College Madison Theatre,  Rockville Centre

Presented by Long Island Woman

 The Oscar and Grammy award-winning singer in her only New York Area Appearance!

Jennifer Warnes is best known for her rich distinctive voice, her exquisite interpretations of the music of significant songwriters, (including Leonard Cohen and James Taylor), her own original songs and for her association with the soundtracks of a number of popular films during the 1970s, ‘80s and ’90s. Her biggest chart-topping hits were “Up Where We Belong” (a duet with Joe Cocker from the 1983 film An Officer and a Gentleman), “I’ve Had The Time of My Life” (a duet with Bill Medley from the 1988 film Dirty Dancing).