🌱 Happenings In Patchogue + Pat-Med Free Parent Workshop on Feb. 28

Hello all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh edition of the Patchogue Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Let's get this weekend started off right, with a quick dive into the most important things happening in town these days. In today's issue, you'll learn about the following:

• Pat-Med free Parent Workshop on Feb. 28.
• St. Patrick's Day Parade, it is time to apply!
• Upcoming events and more!

But first, today's weather:

Some sun, then clouds; cold. High: 29, Low: 27.

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Here are the top five stories today in Patchogue:

1. Patchogue-Medford School district is hosting its next Parent Workshop on Feb. 28. The topic in discussion is how to identify and prevent substance abuse. Meet at the Cafeteria of Saxton Middle School at 6:30 p.m. (Pat-Med School District)
2. For those who want to be part of the marching unit of the Patchogue St. Patrick's Day Parade, it is time to apply! The event kicks off on March 19 at noon. Click here to fill out your participation form today! (Patchogue CofC)
3. Patchogue Stereo Garden is the 6th Annual Power in Heels venue on March 7! The public is welcome to attend the event to honor five notable ladies in the neighborhood. Tickets are $62 per person, including a buffet dinner and a champagne toast. (Patchogue CofC)
4. Laughs will be on Patchogue comedian Mick Thomas in the Long Island Comedy Festival at Argyle Theater. Thomas will join other humorists on May 28! Visit the link I've shared for more information and to reserve tickets. (Argyle Theater)
5. Nearby Events: There will be some opera scenes at Stony Brook Staller Center on Sunday, Feb. 26! Local singers will perform Figaro, La bohème, Carmen, and other classics. You might like to know the event is free admission and begins at 3 p.m. (Patch Events Calendar)

Today in Patchogue:

• Fantastic Gardens Farmers Market. (10 a.m.)
• Spanish Literacy at PMPL. (10 a.m.)
• Penguin Exploration at PMPL. (11 a.m.)
• SEED SWAP at PMPL. (11:30 a.m.)
• Exhibition On Screen: “Frida Kahlo” at Cinema Plaza. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Sunday afternoon is to enjoy great music at the Patchogue-Medford Library. The Homegrown String Band will perform from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Just so you know, all are welcome to join. Registration is not required but is recommended due to capacity. (PMLIB)
• Let the shenanigans begin on Long Island! There will be many parades, events, bar crawls, and so on! Look at this list of St. Patrick's Parades across Long Island. (Greater Port Jefferson)
• Fun Holiday: "Today is World Sword Swallowers Day! If you enjoy seeing people do dangerous things, you will enjoy celebrating World Sword Swallowers Day on the last Saturday of February." (Time And Date)
• It's skin cancer prevention season at Stony Brook Hospital, and the community is welcome to understand the causes and how to prevent the disease. This kind of cancer is widespread yet can be prevented with proper care. If you want to learn more about Cancer Prevention in Action, visit takeactionagainstcancer.com. (Patch)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!

— Debora Whitehead

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