🌱Fundraisers Events In Patchogue + Cannabis Inspection In The Village

Hey, everybody. Debora Whitehead here with your Saturday edition of the Patchogue Daily. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's happening in town, including updates on...

• Winter Fest at Patchogue-Medford Library.
• Gummies with high amounts of THC found in Patchogue.
• Fundraisers events and more!

But first, today's weather:
Primarily cloudy. High: 40, low: 31.

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Here are the top four stories today in Patchogue:

1. There will be winter fun at Patchogue-Medford Public Library on Jan. 27 from 3 to 4 p.m.! The community is invited to enjoy crafts, music, and snacks at the 2023 Winter Fest! This event is perfect for kids aged 2-5 years. Registration is required and can be made in person or online. (Patchogue CofC)
2. Suffolk Police alerted the public via social media on edible gummies with high amounts of THC in organic products stores in Patchogue, Port Jefferson and Huntington. Those products were in packs that can be easily mistaken for candy by young kids. The apprehension is part of a cannabis inspection operation conducted earlier this week. Read the whole story here. (Patchogue Patch)
3. Patchogue Grace Ministries is hosting its Drive through Food Pantry on Wednesday, Jan. 25, at 10 a.m. Families are welcome to stop by 28 Industrial Blvd, in Medford, to get free food and baked goodies from 10 a.m. to noon. (Patch Events)
4. A Movie night is set up to benefit Gigi's Playhouse Long Island. If you are interested in watching How to Train Your Dragon, popcorn, and other treats, bring a blanket or a pillow and $10 to support this fundraiser. The fun starts at 6 p.m. at GK Martial Arts, 380 East Main St. in Patchogue. Spots can be reserved at Skillz of Patchogue. (Patchogue CofC)

Today in Patchogue:

• Strong Island Fight Night Series — Stereo Garden. (5 p.m.)
• Town and Country's return to Daisy's! (6 p.m.)
• The 60's Invasion at Bobbique. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• For those planning to retire in New York, LI News 12 shared the results of a new study about how much money is needed to retire comfortably in the tri-state area. Check the numbers here. (LI News12)
• "A Sound Beach man was found about a day after he threatened a man with a machete in Miller Place, Suffolk police said." (Patch)
• The Catholic Healthy Bus will be at the Parking lot of the PMPL on Thursday, Jan. 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome to get a free blood pressure screening, BMI, blood testing, and more. No insurance card is necessary. All are welcome. (Patch Events)

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- Debora Whitehead

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