🌱Patchogue Daily: PMYCS Making A Difference In The Community + Events

Hello all. It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Daily. Let's get this Friday started right, with a quick drive into the most important things happening these days in town...

First, today's weather:

An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 70, low: 64.

Here are the top 5 stories in Patchogue today:

1. Have you ever heard about the Pat-Med Youth and Community Services (PMYCS) and its work in Patchogue? The nonprofit has been lifting the spirits of families struggling with financial problems by offering free or low-cost entertainment programs for all ages. Located at 390 Bay Ave. in Patchogue, the center serves the community by providing recreation, donating school supplies, and hosting Christmas events. Learn more about the PMYCS here. (LIA)
2. Great news for those who felt a little "blue" over the closure of the Velvet Lounge in East Setauket. The Plaza Cinema and Media Arts Center is rocking the community with live entertainment to go along with movie events! Open mic nights are on Tuesdays at the Plaza, located at 20 Terry St., Patchogue. (Greater Long Island)
3. Live music and auction will be hosted at 89 North Music Venue, supporting the Stony Brook Cancer Center. Local bands will perform on June 11 at 5 p.m., including food and drinks. (Patch)
4. Burgerology in Patchogue features the Country Brunch Party, a permanent event every last Saturday of each month! A special menu and a DJ, starting at noon, can be marked on the calendar whenever planning an outing in the Village. (Patch)
5. Patchogue Outdoor Market is not just family-friendly, but pets are welcome too! All in the community are welcome to enjoy baked goods, fresh produce, and other goodies from local vendors. Food trucks will be a plus on May 29 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Patchogue Train Station. (Patchogue Moms)

Today in Patchogue:

• Self Defense Seminar at Krav Maga. (7 p.m.)
• Bill Giangrande and The K9's at Ristegio's. (8:30 p.m.)
• DJ Mister Cee at the Stereo Garden. (10 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Patchogue-Medford School District: "Pat-Med eighth-graders across the community had a great time at their formals this year! Keep making those memories." (Facebook)
• Greater Patchogue: "Pandemic cooking passion turns into thriving food truck operation. Just look for the red truck. " (Facebook)
• Patchogue-Medford Library: "In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Kanopy has curated a collection of films that celebrate the rich and varied histories of these communities in the United States." (Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— Debora Whitehead

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