May the Fourth be With You. This year, Star Wars Day falls on a Saturday, offering up even more options to celebrate the noted sci-fi movie series. Long Island venues hosting events will include: Vanderbilt Reichert Planetarium in Centerport, and the South Country Library in Bellport.
“We will explore several space-faring technologies of science fiction and discuss how they could possibly become a reality,” said Vanderbilt astronomer Matt Garber. “We’ll take the audience on a journey to various worlds and famous locations seen throughout the Star Wars saga and make connections between these destinations and real locations that could possibly be lurking within our own galaxy.” Fans are encouraged to dress as their favorite characters for all three events.
Star Wars Brunch
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
CM Performing Arts Center and Village Idiot Irish Pub are teaming up to celebrate "May the Fourth!" The event will include: Brunch, Pool Noodle Craft, and Jedi Training with characters fans know and love. The event will be capped at 50 people. CM Performing Arts Center, 931 Montauk Hwy, Oakdale, cmpac.com. For reservations, call 631-218-2810, $20.
Screenings & Local Activities
Screening: 10 a.m., Activities,1-4 p.m.
Hone your lightsaber skills with The Saber Guild of Long Island Endor Temple, play games with an R2D2 droid from the Long Island R2 Builders Club, and enjoy crafts, Padawan training, photo ops, stellar giveaways and more! Of course, we’ll also be showing the original Star Wars Trilogy starting at 10 a.m. South Country Library, 22 Station Rd, Bellport.
Planetarium Tour of Galaxies Far, Far Away
7 p.m., 8 p.m. & 9 p.m.
Astronomers will act as droids that take the audience on a tour of the Star Wars galaxy. Come 30 minutes before each showtime to enjoy the activities in the decorated Planetarium lobby. The audience will be divided into the Light and Dark sides of the Force and will compete to answer trivia questions. Prizes will be awarded. The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum, 180 Little Neck Rd., Centerport, vanderbiltmuseum.org, $25.