🌱 Patchogue Post Office Celebrates 90 Years Of History + Events

Hello all. I'm back with your new edition of the Patchogue Patch newsletter. Keep reading for the most important things happening these days in town. In today's issue, you'll find news about these stories and more:

• Patchogue Plunge is on Feb. 12.
• Patchogue Post Office is putting on a special event for kids.
• Happenings and more!

But first, today's weather:

Clouds and sun; breezy, mild. High: 58, low: 35.

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Here are the top five stories in Patchogue today:

1. For those looking for a life adventure in the neighborhood, how about participating in the Patchogue Plunge? The event kicks off on Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. at the Sandpit Marina in Patchogue. The Patchogue Young Professionals hosts the event. Sign up here. (Patchogue Village)
2. Patchogue Post Office is organizing a special event for kids in grades 3-6 on Tuesday, Feb. 21, at noon. A tour will be given in celebration of the 90th anniversary of the building! Visit the Patch calendar to access a link to register for this event. (Patch Events Calendar)
3. Patchogue St. Patrick's Day Parade is on March 19. The event starts at noon. The parade sbeginsat Rt. 112 marching down to West to Havens Ave. Visit the link I've shared for more information. (Patchogue Village)
4. No injuries were reported on Thursday's shooting at a Bellport home. The shots were fired on Macdonald Avenue around 1 a.m. Police said no arrests were made, and the incident continues to be investigated. (Patchogue Patch)
5. Two Patchogue residents are helping victims of the earthquake that devastated Turkey and Syria. Gee Antapli-Zeb and Jaiya Rampersard are raising donations to help. Antapli-Zeb was raised in Turkey and said communication with her family is difficult and frustrating due to the devastation. (News 12 Connecticut)

Today in Patchogue:

• Read Like It's Snowbody's Business at PMPL. (9:30 a.m.)
  
• Monty Python's Spamalot at Patchogue Medford High School. (All Day)
• LEGO Make and Take at PMPL. (4:30 p.m.)
• Speed Debating for Teens at PMPL. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "The English Beat, U.K. ska masters key in the genre's revival of the 70s and 80s who developed a cult following stateside, will take the stage of the Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts on March 28, according to a promotional." (Patch)
• There will be a reception to celebrate Paul Edelson at the Patchogue-Medford Public Library on Feb. 12 and 2 p.m. The exhibit will be displayed through Feb. 24. More information can be found here. (Patchogue Patch)
• Patchogue Harmony Cafe is hosting an educational program to help those looking forward to eating healthy to reach their weight loss goals. Classes will be held virtually on Monday through Feb. 27 from 6 to 7 p.m. A donation of $5 per class will be appreciated. Visit here to sign up. (Patchogue Patch)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Debora Whitehead

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