Some Local Events To Ease Your Withdrawals
OK… who’s going through HGTV and Food Network withdrawal? If you find yourself missing your favorite two networks, here are a few local, upcoming events that should tide you over until your shows (hopefully!) return:
“New Clutter Control Seminar”
When: January 17
Where: Windows on the Lake, 235 Lake Shore Road, Lake Ronkonkoma, NY
How Much: Free
What it’s all About: Renowned Long Island interior designer Natalie Weinstein leads the workshop to de-clutter your space. In conjunction with Cynthia Braun of “Organize Your Life”, Eileen Koff of “Organize to the Next Level” and Augie Carbone of Closet and Garage Storage Solutions, Natalie will suggest new ways to organize your home. A rep from the Natalie Weinstein Home Decorating Club told me that WALK-Radio will provide refreshments and walk-in attendees will be allowed only as space permits, so registering ahead of time is recommended.
For more information and to register for seminar: Call (631) 862-6198
www.nataliesclub.com
“New Year, New Look” Decorating Seminar
When: January 24
Where: Pottery Barn, Walt Whitman Mall
How Much: Free
What It’s All About: With an emphasis on new Pottery Barn products, this workshop will discuss “simple and casual ways to update your home” according to a salesperson at the store.
For more information and to reserve a spot, call (631) 549-5630
www.potterybarn.com
“Getting Organized” Seminar
When: January 16
Where: Pottery Barn Kids, Roosevelt Field Mall
How Much: Free
What it’s all About: Pottery Barn designers will give suggestions and advice for storing toys, games and clothes.
For more information and to register, contact store directly at (516) 739-2688
www.potterybarnkids.com
Cooking Technique Classes
When: January 10 and every Sunday
Where: Williams Sonoma, Locations at Smith Haven and Walt Whitman Malls
How Much: Free
What it’s all About: Store seminars concentrate on a specific technique; the January 10 topic will be braising. Future topics will be sautéing, pan-frying, searing and simmering. Yes, these are all DIFFERENT ways to cook on a stovetop! Learn about these cooking methods, enjoy product demonstrations and keep your eyes open for book signings by popular cookbook authors.
For more information and to register for a class, contact store directly.
Smith Haven Mall: 631-863-2161, Walt Whitman Mall: 631-549-4699
www.williams-sonoma.com
Wine Making Class
When: January 23
Where: Waters Crest Winery, 22355 Route 48, Cutchogue, NY
How Much: $400 per person; includes lunch and a winemaking kit to take home
What It’s All About: An all day class to learn about wine, food, and the art of winemaking.
For more information and reservations, call (631) 734-5065
www.waterscrest.com
25th Annual Antiques Marketplace
When: January 31; 10 am-4:30 pm
Where: Huntington Hilton Hotel Grand Ballroom, 598 Broadhollow Road, Melville, NY
How Much: Nominal fee for adults; free admission for children under 12
What It’s All About: Over eighty exhibitors with displays of paintings, porcelain, frames, furniture from different eras.
For more information and for a discount admission coupon, visit
www.pekaleshows.com
