🌱 Port Jefferson Area Happenings + Projects For Flooding Issues

Hello, everybody. It's Friday in Port Jefferson, and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in the community. Today we have these stories and more:

• Stony Brook University presents solutions for flooding issues on the South Shore.
• Polar Plunge at Cedar Beach.
• Tree Lighting in the neighborhood and more!

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny; winds subsiding. High: 45, low: 29.

Here are the top four stories in Port Jefferson today:

1. Stony Brook University presented the results of four years of studies to prevent flooding on the South Shore. The proposals include the installation of sea gates around the inlets on the Long Island South Shore and other projects. The solutions for the issue would require high investment to be fulfilled. It's yet to be determined if any of these proposals will be approved. (News 12 New Jersey)
2. Brookhaven Town's Polar Plunge participants will freeze for a reason on Saturday at Cedar Beach. All event proceeds will go towards athletes' training, health supplies and more. The event is set for 9:30 a.m. for registrations and plungers will jump in the water at noon. A pre-party will be hosted on Friday at Recipe Seven Cocktails & Kitchen at 275 Rte. 25A, Miller Place. (Port Jefferson Patch)
3. Mark on the calendar for the Port Jefferson Station Community Tree Lighting on Saturday, Dec. 3, at 6 p.m. Attendees will enjoy a hot chocolate and a performance by the BackStage Dance Studio. This event is hosted by the Port Jefferson Station/Terryville Chamber of Commerce and will be held at the Train Car Park. The event organizers will significantly appreciate donations of a non perishable food item or an unwrapped toy. (PJTVCOC)
4. Port Jefferson students paid a visit to Yankee Stadium on Nov. 14. A tour of the history of the Yankee franchise and the site were explored. The field trip ended with lunch at the Hard Rock Cafe. (Press Release Desk)

Today in Port Jefferson:

• Parent Toddler Workshop - Port Jefferson Free Library. (10 a.m.)
• Fourth Fridays Book Club - Port Jefferson Free Library. (11:30 a.m.)
• Sweet Potato Muffin Kits - Port Jefferson Free Library. (7 p.m.)
• "A Christmas Carol" at Port Jefferson Theatre Three. (7 p.m.)
• Black Country Beatnix at Port Jefferson Bowl. (8 a.m.)

From my notebook:

• Atlantic Marine Conservation Society invites the community to a Beach Cleanup At Sunken Meadow State Park. The event is scheduled for Nov. 19-20 at 12:30 p.m. Participants are asked to meet at the Main Building- parking lot field 1. (Smithtown Matters)
• A South Asian Film Festival will be hosted at Stony Brook University's Charles B. Wang Center. The event is set for Nov. 19 from noon to 8 p.m. You might like to know the event has free admission. (Newsday/Subscription Required)
• If you are getting ready to buy a house in the Port Jefferson area, stay tuned for three open houses that will be held soon! Click on the link to find out what's available and plan your visit. (Port Jefferson Patch)

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Events:

• Holiday Pottery Sale! (November 19)
• Comedy Night at Temple Isaiah of Stony Brook -Guaranteed to Laugh! (November 19)
• 90’s Tribute Concert, Feb. 3rd! featuring STP, Rage/Machine, and Nirvana! (February 3)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I look forward to seeing you tomorrow for your next update.

— Debora Whitehead

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