Lines of Influence: Artists Teaching Artists celebrates the longstanding tradition of artists educating and learning from one another. 

The exhibition illuminates diverse pedagogies of artmaking across generations, tracing networks of mentorship that include color theorist Josef Albers, plein air instructor William Merritt Chase, Abstract Expressionist pioneer Hans Hofmann, and feminist educators Judy Chicago and Miriam Schapiro.

Drawing from the Heckscher Museum’s collection, this exhibition brings together 54 works by 39 artists, including paintings, sculptures, works on paper, and ceramics that span the nineteenth century to the present. It showcases never-before-exhibited works such as drawings of plaster casts by Thomas Anshutz and a terra cotta sculpture by Mary Frank. Other key works include an early abstract painting that Elaine De Kooning created while studying with Albers at Black Mountain College, teaching sketches by George Grosz, and a luminous “mindscape” painting by Richard Mayhew. Lines of Influence highlights instances in which artists collaborated, apprenticed, and guided one another, revealing the vibrant exchanges that shaped their artistic legacies.

March 29, 2026 – May 3, 2026
OPEN Thursday through Sunday
12:00PM – 5:00PM

The Heckscher Museum of Art
2 Prime Ave
Huntington, NY

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Welcome to Friday Parents Night Out at Valhallan Esports in Huntington!

Immerse your child in three hours of dynamic gaming fun alongside like-minded kids who share their passion for gaming. Our skilled coaches offer personalized in-game guidance, not only enhancing gameplay skills but also nurturing friendships in a positive and social setting. Get your child in game with our expert coaches in a safe, kids only space! Fortnite, Minecraft, Super Smash and MORE! And, of course, there’s pizza and drinks too!

Parents, indulge in three hours of well-deserved free time while your child revels in a secure and exhilarating gaming environment. Elevate the Friday experience at Valhallan Esports in Huntington—it’s more than just gaming; it’s a celebration of fun and friendship! We look forward to seeing you there!

Friday Nights
6:00PM-9:00PM

Ages 7-17, Cost: $50

Valhallan Esports Training
400 W Jericho Turnpike
Huntington, NY

For more information: 516-696-7766
Register: https://arenas.valhallan.com/west-hills-ny-us/events/parents-night-out

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Stay connected with everything happening across the Town of Huntington with the Huntington Matters Weekly Update – your go-to source for hyperlocal news, events, and community highlights. 

Hosted by June Margolin, Diane Schaber, and Dana Richter, this weekly live podcast brings three local voices together in a casual, engaging conversation about what’s happening across our community. Each week, we chat through the latest updates – from Cold Spring Harbor to Commack, Asharoken to Melville and everywhere in between – sharing insights, information, and real conversations that matter to Huntington residents.

Each episode features:

Events 
• Recap of recent happenings 
• Upcoming local events 
• Submit your own events on HuntingtonMatters.com Community Calendar 

Community Updates 
• Important meetings and local information you should know 

Community Buzz 
• Hot topics from Huntington Matters Community Forum 
• Interesting questions from residents 
• Debates, recommendations, and helpful neighbor responses 

What Do You Think? 
• Weekly question or poll – join the conversation in the comments 

Neighborhood Watch Update 
• Crime and safety information 
• Tips to help keep our community safe 

Emergency Preparedness Tip 

Charity Spotlight 
• Ways to get help or give back through local organizations 

FRIDAY, April 24, 2026
6:30PM – 7:15PM

Watch LIVE on YOUTUBE, join the conversation, and be part of the Huntington Matters community. 

Completed episode will be on our YouTube Podcast. 

Whether you’re a longtime resident, a local business owner, or new to the area, the Weekly Update is your inside look at what makes Huntington such a special place to live with the Best. Neighbors. Ever.

Stay Connected:

• Sign up for our weekly newsletter
• Subscribe to Huntington Matters on YouTube
• Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook
• Join the Huntington Matters Community Forum on Facebook if you live, work, or grew up in the Town of Huntington
• Email info@huntingtonmatters.com

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Not familiar with Nickelodeon The SpongeBob Musical? 

 It’s the characters you love, combined with clever dialogue and musical numbers composed by top artists in all genres, written specifically for this show. Couple that with an outstanding cast who masterfully deliver laugh out loud lines, slay the choreography including several bring the house down numbers, and of course crush the vocals. Best of all, SpongeBob is the perfect show for audiences of all ages, and at an incredibly pocket-friendly price! Make it the best day ever for your family, and grab your tickets today!

Note: there will be a special pre-show Carnival before our two Sunday performances, 1:30-2:30 PM. 

Friday, April 24, 2026 – 7:30 PM
Saturday, April 25, 2026 – 7:30 PM
Sunday, April 26, 2026 – 3:00 PM
Friday, May 2, 2026 – 7:30 PM
Sunday, May 3, 2026 – 3:00 PM

The Brosnan Theater
158 Laurel Ave
Northport, NY

To Purchase Tickets CLICK HERE

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Weekly Group Run/Walk – Runners Edge Huntington 

3-6 mile run your pace your way! 

Meet At:
Runner’s Edge
355 New York Ave.
Huntington, NY 11743

Every Saturday 8am

Call 631-663-0100 for more details.

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Cameras & Coffee every Saturday, rain or shine. 

No experience needed, just bring your phone!

Every Saturday
8:30 AM

Southdown Coffee
72 Main St
Northport, NY

To learn more about the Northport Harbor Photographers CLICK HERE for their Facebook Page.

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Saturdays, come on down to the Vegan Farmers Market! 

In partnership with the Village of Northport The Market will be open on Saturdays from now to May 30, with no market on May 9th (Mothers Day Weekend)

Saturday, April 18, 25, May 2, 16, 23, 30, 2026
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary
Burt Ave
Northport, NY

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The Grateful Paw Cat Shelter is having and yard sale with all the proceeds to go to the care of the cats and kittens. 

Saturday, April 25, 2026
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
(Raindate Sunday, April 26)

Grateful Paw Cat Shelter
3 Verleye Ave.
East Northport, NY

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Start your weekend with art! Join us one Saturday each month for a new and exciting interactive gallery tour, hands-on art making, stories, and much more. 

Both English and Spanish speakers are welcome. Kids will explore a variety of different art materials and techniques as they create open-ended projects and let their imaginations soar! Get creative and make new friends at this program designed specifically for ages 5 through 10. Drop off optional for kids ages 6+.

On April 25, Art Explorers will make a work of art inspired by George Luks’s painting The Circus Tent, which is full of fun and nostalgia. Participants will use their imaginations to create their own circus tent drawings that open and close and fill them with drawings of exciting acts!

Saturday, April 25, 2026
9:30AM – 10:30AM

The Heckscher Museum of Art
2 Prime Ave
Huntington, NY

Registration recommended.

Cost: $10 per child, Free for members. To Register CLICK HERE.

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Attendance is FREE! Every adult attendee receives a raffle ticket for a chance to win amazing prizes—plus a door prize while supplies last! 

Don’t miss this exciting celebration of community and sustainability.

ENJOY:
– Giveaways
– Arts & Crafts
– Food Trucks
– Pet Adoptions
– Marine Touch Tank
– Paper Shredding and E-waste Disposal
– Beekeeping demo
– Composting
– Storytime
– Live Animals
– Seed Planting
– Free Tree Saplings
– Shed the Meds
– AND SO MUCH MORE!

See you there!  

Saturday, April 25, 2026
10:00AM – 2:00PM

Elwood Park
309 Cuba Hill Road
Elwood, NY

A big thank you to our sponsors Reworld, 1653 Foundation, Huntington Chamber of Commerce, and Huntington Hospital Northwell Health for helping make this beloved annual event possible.

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