🌱 Port Jefferson Daily: Blooms & Bites Food Crawl + Spring Bingo

Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started. Here's everything worth knowing today in Port Jefferson.

First, today's weather:

An afternoon shower. High: 59, low: 47.

Here are the top 5 stories in Port Jefferson today:

1. A man shot a 16-year-old boy in a parking lot in Coram and then, accidentally, shot himself. The incident happened on Middle Country Road. The 35-year-old man was involved in an argument with the teen and shot him before, unintentionally, shooting himself. Both were taken to a local hospital to be treated. Criminal charges were applied. (Port Jefferson Patch)
2. Port Jefferson’s girls varsity golf team had its first win in its opening season. The Royals had a score of 7.5-1.5 on the very first game. (Greater Long Island)
3. Blooms & Bites is set for April 27 (The rain date is May 1). Participants will enjoy sweets and desserts in the Village! (PJCofC)
4. Families are invited to participate in the Spring Fling Bingo! The Port Jefferson librarians will host the event. Come to enjoy a fun game and snacks. The bingo starts at 7 p.m. on April 27. (PJFL)
5. Port Jeff Brewing Company hosts the Spring Music Fest-Of-Ale on April 29, 30, and May 1! Come to enjoy three days of music, beer, and art. The event is dog friendly. (Google Events)

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Today in Port Jefferson:

• Norwood Spring Book Fair — Comsewogue School District. (All Day)
• ONLINE Breathe Together (Comsewogue). (10 a.m.)
• General Membership Meeting — Port Jefferson Rotary Club. (12:15 p.m.)
• Mother's Day Picture Gift (Comsewogue). (5:30 p.m.)
• Exploring the History of Your Home — Port Jefferson Free Library. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Meet Noodle is now open in Stony Brook with various Ramen and other noodle combinations. The new spot is located at 2166 Nesconset Highway, Stony Brook, and orders can be taken at 631 -675-1888. (LongIsland.com)
• Port Jeff Free Library Dump the Junk is set for April 30 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Bring your electronics, medicines, and important paper to be shredded and disposed of properly. (PJCofC)

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— Debora Whitehead

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