Blessed by God with the gift of voice and a grandmother who filled her heart with beautiful songs, Rainere Martin learned at an early age that she could use her voice to lift a soul and bring joy to all who heard her sing. Experience the magic at The Boulton Center for the Performing Arts, 37 West Main Street, Bay Shore, as she takes the stage at 7 p.m. For tickets and more information, visitboultoncenter.org/ultimatedonna.

Valentine’s Evening Tower Tour at Fire Island Lighthouse

Come enjoy the sunset with your special someone at the tallest lighthouse in New York, the Fire Island Lighthouse. Observe the cascading skyline from the top of the tower as nightfall hits on Valentine’s Day. Arrive before 4:45 p.m. to ensure optimal sunset viewing time (the sun sets at 5:27 p.m.). Flowers and chocolate will be provided. Cost: $50 per couple. Reservations are required. Visitfireislandlighthouse.comfor details.

The Roosevelts in New York City

Historian and author Bill Bleyer, a former Newsday staff writer, will present insights from his latest book, The Roosevelts in New York City. During this presentation, Bleyer will explore the unique locations in New York City where members of the Roosevelt family lived and worked revealing the private stories and interactions that shaped this iconic American family. The presentation will highlight the Roosevelts’ enduring legacy in Manhattan, including Theodore Roosevelt’s formative years in a brownstone on East 20th Street and the influence of his uncle, Robert Barnwell Roosevelt, (former summer resident of Bayport) who lived next door in a twin brownstone and fostered Theodore’s interest in conservation. The talk will provide an in-depth look at these notable family residences and the personal stories behind the Roosevelts’ prominence in New York City. Books will be available for purchase and signing at the event. The event takes place at Meadow Craft Estate, 299 Middle Road in Sayville, from 2-4 p.m.

What more could a Doo Wop fan ask for than a Valentine’s weekend show with the Ambassadors of love songs, The Duprees? Performing all their hits and love songs at Bayway Performing Arts Center, 265 East Main Street, East Islip, 4 p.m. An extra special guest, Michelle Fabre, will be joining for a few tunes! For tickets, visitbaywayartscenter.com.

Jack Licitra Performs at Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame

Sayville singer/songwriter and music educatorJack Licitrawill perform music from his soon-to-be-released CD,Blue Light Club,at theLong Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame(LIMEHOF) at 97 Main Street, in Stony Brook, on February 15. The music on theBlue Light ClubCD stems from an original immersive live musical theatrical experience of the same name created by Licitra’s band,Jack’s Waterfall. The CD is expected to be released in late March. Licitra is a LIMEHOFLong Island Sound Awardwinner for his contributions to Long Island’s music heritage. This live music concert takes place from 3-5 p.m. and is free for members and included with a general admission ticket for non-members. For more information about LIMEHOF’s events, please visithttps://www.limusichalloffame.org/events/

“Monty Python’s Spamalot the Musical” Opening Night

The Tony Award-winning musical comedy, lovingly ripped off from the classic 1975 filmMonty Python and the Holy Grail, follows a charming tale that audiences adore. Experience the musical adaptation on the Main Stage at CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Highway, as it runs through March 1. For tickets and more information, visitcmpac.com.

Source: Fire Island News & Great South Bay News