🌱 Patchogue Daily: Spring Market Fest On Dunton Ave + Krav Maga Class

Up and at them, Patchogue! Let's get this Saturday started right. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in Patchogue.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and warmer. High: 79, low: 62.

Here are the top 5 stories in Patchogue today:

1. Suffolks Stronger Side will host a free Spring Market Fest for the community on Sunday, May 22! It's a family-friendly event that will offer tons of entertainment for all ages and local vendors! The fest starts at 1 p.m. at 330 N. Dunton Avenue, East Patchogue. (Eventbrite)
   
2. Krav Maga in Patchogue will host a self-defense seminar for a level 13 years old up! No art martial experience is necessary, and the class will teach teens and adults basic techniques against common attacks on Friday, May 27, from 7 until 8:30 p.m. (Patch)
3. A bilingual social worker will be at the Patchogue-Medford public library to support families or individuals who need direction to find health, wellness, and safety services. Call 631-654-4700 ext 224 to make an appointment. (PMPL)
4. Piff The Magic Dragon and Puddles Pity Party are set to make Patchogue laugh out loud along with the world’s only magic performing chihuahua! Tickets are on sale for the show on Sunday, May 22, at the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts. (PTPA)
5. Long Island police crossed the whole Island in a 'Long Island Wave' operation. From May 2 to May 13, police team up with local law enforcement officials to look for fugitives and gang members. (LInews12)

Today in Patchogue:

• Train Tickets to NYC at PMPL. (8:20 a.m.)
• Pick It Up! - at Fire Island National Park. (10 a.m.)
• Kids to Parks Day Junior Ranger Activities at Wilderness Visitor Center. (1 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Patchogue-Medford School District: "There are some great art exhibits around the district this time of year!" (Facebook)
• Take a look at Patch's list of the Patchogue area's top-rated home professionals to help you shorten your to-do list. (Patch)
• Suffolk Arrest Report for May 20: A look at some recent arrests in the area. (Patch)
• The 8th Annual Puppy Walk is scheduled for Sunday, May 22, at the View Facility located at 49 Smith Street in Patchogue. Bring your four-legged family member to participate in the event hosted by the Patchogue Lioness Club. (Patchogue Village)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out this Saturday! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with another update.

— Debora Whitehead

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