🌱 Port Jefferson Daily: Meet The Candidates Night At PJVC + Jobs

Good morning, friends! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Port Jefferson Daily. Here's all the local news you need to know right now.

First, today's weather:

Cooler with a thunderstorm. High: 67, low: 59.

Here are the top 4 stories today in Port Jefferson:

1. Keep the creativity of the little ones rolling with paper towels! "Creation Invitation: Paper Towel Roll Printing" is set for kids aged 2- 5 years on Thursday, June 2 at 10:30 a.m. at the Port Jefferson Free Library. Don't forget to dress for a mess. (PJFL)
2. Milo, the dog, is waiting to be part of a family soon! He is currently at the Save A Pet Animal Rescue at 608 Route 112, Port Jefferson Station. Milo is a 9-month-old male Labradoodle who loves playing with kids! (Port Jefferson Patch)
3. Nearby News: Coopers Beach was named one of the best in the country. The Southampton beach made it to one of the tops in the DrBeach.org rank, beating some spots in California and Hawaii. (News12)
4. Jobs searchers out there! Take a look at Patch's list of the latest employers hiring in the Port Jefferson area. (Port Jefferson Patch)

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Today in Port Jefferson:

• Critter Tales: Skunks — Port Jefferson Free Library. (11 a.m.)
• "Mamma Mia!" — Theater Three. (2 p.m.)
• Community Service: Teen Meet-Up — Port Jefferson Free Library. (4 p.m.)
• Sea Glass Necklace — Port Jefferson Free Library. (6:30 p.m.)
• Port Jeff Brewing Concert Series — Electrix. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Meet one of the candidates for the Village of Port Jefferson trustee elections on June 21. Gerard Gang was interviewed by TBR News Media and spoke about his career, services in the Village, and his plans if elected. (tbrnewsmedia)
• Saturday, June 4, is the day to support the "Strong Island Derby - Charity Event." Doors will open at 7 pm. at the Sports Arena in Centereach. A percentage of profits made at the event will be donated to the Strong Island Animal Rescue. (Patch events)
• Hey, community teachers who want an extra job this summer, Long Island Tutorial Services need you! Apply now for teacher aides positions available this summer with a starting pay of $23 per hour. (Greater LI)

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Events:

• NewLife Expo For Conscious Living June 4 and 5. (June 4)
• Live Music Concert & Auction Fundraiser for Stony Brook Cancer Center. (June 11)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out this Wednesday. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update!

— Debora Whitehead

About me: Have a story idea? Please get in touch with me! I would love to hear from you! Wife, mom, foodie, traveler, and nature lover.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Port Jefferson Daily? Contact me at PortJefferson@Patch.com.