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Hi all! I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Today you'll learn about these stories and more:

• Learn the story of a Patchogue teen who fought against the Butterfly disease.
• Register for the PMPL 'chopped' challenge.
• LI Job Fair and more!

But first, today's weather:

A bit of rain in the morning. High: 54, low: 34.

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Here are the top four stories in Patchogue today:

1. Patchogue Patch would like to share the story of “an old soul” who bravely fought the butterfly disease since birth. Our warrior passed away at Stony Brook Hospital on Sunday. His loved ones surrounded him. Read Bryan's story here. (Patchogue Patch)
2. Do your family and friends enjoy cooking? How about participating in the Patchogue-Medford Public Library Chopped challenge? You can register as a group to compete against other families to make the best dessert. This fun event is set for Thursday, Jan. 19, at 6:30 p.m. (Patch Events)
3. Did you know PAC • MoCA L.I. currently features the exhibit ELEMENTAL by Tobi Kahn? This unique solo exhibition will be on display for the next three weeks! If you like to learn about other events, visit the PAC website. (PAC Events)
4. The Long Island Career Fair is set for Friday, Jan. 13, at 11 a.m. This is a free online event for job seekers! Over forty local companies will be interviewing candidates. If you would like more information, please visit the link. (Eventbrite)

Today in Patchogue:

• Live Music with The Frayed Knots at Daisy's Nashville Lounge. (6 p.m.)
• Video Killed the Radio Star | PAC 80's Party at Coffeehouse Toast. (6:30 p.m.)
• Winter Friday with DJ Tech Pat! at Harbor Crab Co. (8 p.m.)
• The Dogs kick off the new year at Rudi’s. (8:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The Town of Brookhaven Town is launching the “Bark in the Mew Year” promotion in January this month to encourage people to adopt. The center offers a $65 fee per adoption, including free neutering or spaying, tests, vaccinations, and more. If you are interested in visiting the shelter, the address is 300 Horseblock Road in Brookhaven. You can also visit www.BrookhavenNY.gov or call 631-451-6950. (Patch)
• Super Bowl Sunday in Patchogue brings the 3rd Annual Patchogue Plunge hosted by the Patchogue Young Professionals. All proceeds of the plunge will be donated to the Kiwanis Club of Patchogue. The event kicks off on Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. at Sandspit Marina. If you'd like to participate in this event, you can visit the link for details. (Patchogue Patch)

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Events:

• Grand Opening of the Mastic Beach Satellite Branch of the Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library. (January 14)
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You're officially in the loop for today! See you all tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Debora Whitehead

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