Entertainment and Events includes the Talebearer, Community Center News, Sights and Sounds, Marsha’s Movie Mania, and other monthly articles. The Briefly section on page 2 highlights forthcoming events.

The Talebearer is a monthly column celebrating achievements and events in the lives of City Island residents, from birthdays and christenings to weddings to anniversaries. Information for the Talebearer must be received in writing no later than the 15th of the month except for July and December. Mail to The Island Current, P.O. Box 6, City Island, NY 10464. Include your name and telephone number.

Community Center News details upcoming events to take place at the Community Center, including Children’s Playgroups, Arts and Crafts Fairs, Culinary Club, Girl Scouts, and Exercise Programs. To plan events with the Community Center, call 718-885-1145.

Marsha’s Movie Mania gives readers in depth reviews of recent and past movies, and draws comparisons to other popular films.

Sights and Sounds is written by John Sheridan and Maria Sutherland about current events around the Island involving the local wildlife and people.