🌱Port Jefferson Daily: Jazz Loft Summer Festival + Read Aloud At PJFL

Hi all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with the most important things happening in town today. Let's do it.

First, today's weather:

Humid; breezy in the p.m. High: 74, Low: 68.

Here are the top 4 stories in Port Jefferson today:

1. Kiddos aged 7-12 are welcome to practice reading skills at the Port Jefferson Free Library with the "You Choose Read Aloud" program. Each week, kids will choose a book to read for the group and will be able to change the end of the story. Registration is required. (PJF Library)
2. Jazz lovers can celebrate the return of the Douglas Elliman Summer Music Series. The Jazz Loft in Stony Brook will stage the festival featuring musicians Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks, John Pizzarelli, and Peter Cincotti. (TBR News Media)
3. The Black Tie Brass Band is set to perform at the Port Jefferson Brewing Company as part of the Port Jeff Brewing Concert Series June 22, at 7 p.m. Music, drinks, and food will be available at 22 Mill Creek Road in Port Jefferson. (PJ CofC)
4. Nearby News: A toddler was rescued from a backyard pool on Barbara Drive in Centereach. The 2-year-old boy was transported to Stony Brook Hospital in critical condition on June 14 after a 911 call was made. (Long Island News12)

Today in Port Jefferson:

• Patterned Polka Dot Popsicles — Port Jefferson Free Library. (10:30 a.m.)
• Alpha-gal Meat Allergy — Caused by a Tick! (Noon)
• Learn English Class — Port Jefferson Free Library. (6:30 p.m.)
• Job Job — Port Jefferson Free Library. (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Port Jefferson Patch: "Father's Day: Fun things to do on Long Island to celebrate Father's Day coming on Sunday. Here are some ideas for ensuring your beloved dad has a great experience. (Patch)
• Relax at the Port Jefferson Meadow Club on June 21, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and celebrate International Yoga Day. The event is free and will offer relaxation classes, chair yoga, and other activities related to the practice. A variety of vegetarian dishes will be available to be purchased at the event. (Port Jefferson CofC)
• New jobs are on the horizon around the Port Jefferson area. Look at Patch's list of the latest opportunities for employment in Suffolk County. (Port Jefferson Patch)

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Events:

• Quartet Salonnières 1772: Diversion & Divergence (in-person). (June 16)
• Jazz in the Afternoon! (June 19)
• Hire A Pro to Clean Up the Yard for Dad. (June 19)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you soon!

— Debora Whitehead

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