🌱 Patchogue Menorah Car Parade Today + New Year's On Main Street

Hey, hello! I'm back with your new copy of the Patchogue Daily. Let's get this Thursday started with a quick guide to everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town. In today's issue, you'll learn about the following:

• Menorah car parade today!
• Patchogue New Year's celebration guide.
• First hike of the year and more!

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with afternoon rain. High: 50, low: 48.

Here are the top four stories today in Patchogue:

1. A menorah and car parade will leave from Young Israel of Patchogue at 28 Mowbray St., in Patchogue today! The meet-up is set for 5 p.m. Hot chocolate and gelt will be given as treats to attendees! For more info, visit ChabadYIP.com or reach out to Chaya at 631-903-0175. (Patchogue Patch)
2. For those who want to know about the New Year’s Eve 2022 celebration in Patchogue, visit the link to learn about all happenings in the village during the event! The ball will be dropped at midnight, but while attendees wait for it, various businesses will be open to entertain for the night! (Patchogue Patch)
3. What will you do on the first day of 2023? If you want to do something different or like to be in contact with nature, join thousands of New Yorkers and participate in the 12th annual First Day Hikes. Various parks and trails will be open on Long Island on Jan. 1. Don't forget to dress for the weather! The link I've shared lists places to go hiking for those who need tips. (Patch)
4. Have you heard that a Wegmans Supermarket is coming to Long Island? The store is expected to open in 2024 in Lake Grove! The Village of Lake Grove has approved the grocery store to be set up at the DSW Plaza on Middle Country Road. (Smithtown Patch)

Today in Patchogue:

• 'Tis the season at PMPL. (4 p.m.)
• Student Success Series at PMPL. (6 p.m.)
• A Christmas Carol at Patchogue Theater. (6 p.m.)
• The Blend Returns to The Cuban. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• If you are looking for a cleaning professional and other house services, why not hire a service in the Patchogue area to support small businesses? If you would like to meet some service providers in the community and learn what they offer, you can visit the Patchogue Village Patch link to check who is on our list and find the right business that suits your needs today. (Patchogue Patch)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Patchogue: "Hello, I have a dump truck and bobcat with all attachments for hire, also a pickup with a 16-foot open trailer. - Please contact Eugene ONeill at 516-369-1471 if interested. Thank you!" (Nextdoor)

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• Morah Lighting and Car Parade Dec 22. (December 22)
• Holiday Lights At The Bronx Zoo. (December 23)
• New Year's Eve Disco Party! (December 31)
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• Hairdresser Wanted in Holbrook/Patchogue area (Details)
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That's it for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Debora Whitehead

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