🌱 Holiday Events In Port Jefferson + Long Island Weather Forecast

Hey, neighbors! I'm back with your new copy of the Port Jefferson Daily, fresh off the presses. Before I start, I wish you all a happy Christmas Eve! May today bring you what your heart desires that will lead you to the best Christmas ever! Now, let's see what's happening in town, including updates on...

• Candlelight service at Port Jefferson Station.
• Events at Theatre Three.
• Weekend forecast and more!

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and windy. High: 18, low: 17.

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Here are the top four stories in Port Jefferson today:

1. For those looking for a candlelight event in the area, the Cornerstone Church in Port Jefferson Station is hosting a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service today from 4 – 5 p.m.
   The church is at 324 Jayne Blvd, in Port Jefferson Station. (Google Events)
2. Port Jefferson Theater Three is hosting an early bird session of the "New Year's LAUGHIN' Eve" on Saturday, Dec. 31, at 6 p.m. Click on the link to check which comedians will hit the stage and to purchase tickets! (Theatre Three)
3. Low temperatures are expected on Long Island during the Christmas weekend. There is a coastal flood warning and a frigid weekend ahead of us. Visit the Long Island News 12 page to check details of the weather predictions for the holiday weekend. (LI News12)
4. On Wednesday, a home was on fire on Margaret Drive in Coram. The incident happened around 9:30 p.m. No one was injured, and police are investigating the cause of the fire. (Port Jefferson Patch)
5. They say what is a blessing for some can be a "curse" for others. As the holiday approaches, many people may feel sad and lonely. That can open the windows for depression or suicide. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says cases of suicide are high among Americans aged 10 to 34. Stony Brook professionals give tips for those struggling with mental health during the holidays. (Three Village Patch)

Today in Port Jefferson:

• Barnaby Saves Christmas at Theater Three. (11 a.m.)
  
• "A CHRISTMAS CAROL" - Theater Three. (3 p.m.)
• My Place Tavern's Christmas Party. (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The Leapfrog Group recognized Port Jefferson Mather Hospital as a Grade "A" Hospital. The recognition means that the institution is excellent at keeping patients safe from preventable errors and harm. (TBR News Media)
• "Members of the Port Jefferson School District’s Peer Leadership Club and International Club visited Edna Louise Spear Elementary School to read to prekindergarten through second-grade students." (Patch)
  
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Port Jefferson Village: "These are my dogs Bella and Kobe a house guest let them out of my home this morning. They are friendly. Please if you see them contact me at 516-635-1428 or my wife at 516-901-6785. Last seen in Belle Terre." (Nextdoor)

You're officially in the loop for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update!

— Debora Whitehead

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