🌱Port Jefferson Nonprofit Earns $5M Grant + Holiday Classics In Town

Good morning, friends! It's me, Debora Whitehead, your host of the Daily. Here's all the local news you need to know right now. Today you'll find information about:

• A Port Jefferson nonprofit earns $5 million in grants!
• Holiday shows are now playing at Port Jefferson Theatre Three.
• A Turkey Trot will be hosted in the neighborhood and more!

But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny and breezy. High: 47, low: 33.

Here are the top four stories in Port Jefferson today:

1. Port Jefferson-based nonprofit Maryhaven Center of Hope is celebrating the acquisition of $5 million in grants to support the repairs group. The center has offered educational programs and housing for disabled adults in more than twelve homes since 1929. (Newsday/Subscription Required)
2. Are you looking for a fun weekend outing in Port Jefferson? The classic "A Christmas Carol" is now happening at Port Jefferson Theatre Three. Tickets are on sale for the spectacle that will be on stage through Dec. 30. "Barnaby Saves Christmas" is also playing until Dec. 30. If you are interested in attending these events, click on the link to purchase tickets today. (Theatre Three)
3. CrossFit will host a Turkey Trot Run / Walk 5k at Heritage Park on Nov. 19. at 10 a.m. Food and refreshments will be offered. Tickets are $10 per person. A nonperishable food item donation will be collected to help a hundred families this Thanksgiving. So just to let you know, all ages and levels are welcome to participate. (Eventbrite)
4. Army Veteran, Joseph Annunziata, returned to Stony brook Hospital to thank the staff for helping him while suffering a stroke on Veterans Day. Annunziata felt weakness on the side of his body while driving to the store and quickly reached out for help. Doctors said the veins of his brain were blocked and they used a new technique to clear them up. (LI News 12)

Today in Port Jefferson:

• Terryville Career Day - Comsewogue School District. (All Day)
• Infant Massage - Port Jefferson Free Library. (10 a.m.)
• Toddler Yoga - Port Jefferson Free Library. (11:30 a.m.)
• Feed the Turkey Toddler Activity - Port Jefferson Free Library. (6 p.m.)
• Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting at Village Center. (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "Former President Donald Trump has formally launched his third campaign for the White House. He is attempting to do what only one president has done before him - earn two non-consecutive terms." (LI News 12)
  
• Just a friendly reminder that the Sound Symphony Orchestra Concert is performing this weekend at Comsewogue High School in Port Jefferson Station. The concert is set for Sunday, Nov. 20, at 2 p.m. (Google Events)
• Port Jefferson Station Community Tree Lighting is set for 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 nonperishable food item or an unwrapped toy. (PJTVCOC)

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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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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you soon!

— Debora Whitehead

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