🌱Port Jefferson Village Center Toys For Tots +Small Business Saturday

Hey, friends! Debora Whitehead here with your fresh copy of the Port Jefferson Daily. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about what's happening locally, including updates on...

• Make a donation to Port Jefferson Toys For Tots today!
• Attention shoppers, Small Business Saturday is set for Nov. 26!
• A house fire was reported on Balin Avenue and more!

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny, brisk and cold. High: 42, low: 32.

Here are the top five stories today in Port Jefferson:

1. Port Jefferson Village Center is asking for help to brighten a child's holiday season with a donation for Toys For Tots. If you would like to participate in this campaign, please, bring a new unwrapped toy to the Village Center by Dec. 7. (Port Jefferson Village Center)
2. Small Business Saturday kicks off on Nov. 26 in Port Jefferson. Our local stores will offer deals all day for all shoppers, that will be something for everybody. Remember to get coffee before heading to the stores! (Port Jefferson Village Center)
3. A home fire was reported on Thursday on Balin Avenue in Setauket. Marshals arrived at the scene at 3:20 p.m. No injuries were reported, and officials are investigating the cause of the fire. (Patch)
4. Starbucks workers are protesting for better pay and schedules. Over 100 coffee stores went on strike on Thursday. In some spots, baristas gave out red cups with the union logo instead of the traditional holiday cup designed by the company. (LI News12)
5. Have you visited the Carriage Museum in Stony Brook? Long Island News 12 released a video showing the scenes and historical pieces displayed at Carriage Museum. Over 110 antique rides tell us how the transportation system was back in 1800. Visit the link to learn more about the exhibition and plan a visit today. (News 12 Long Island)

Today in Port Jefferson:

• Art Exhibit: Autumn Delight - North Shore Art Guild. (9 a.m.)
• Shake 'N Make Music - Port Jefferson Free Library. (10 a.m.)
• Barnaby Saves Christmas - Theater Three. (11 a.m.)
• Hair, Lash & Brow Spa - Port Jefferson Chamber of Commerce. (1 p.m.)
• Teen Shrinky Dink Keychain - Port Jefferson Free Library. (2 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• "Police are searching for the suspect in an East Islip carjacking. It occurred in the parking lot of a Starbucks on Sunrise Service Road just before 7 a.m., according to authorities." (LI News12)
• Port Jefferson Village Center Gallery features the "All in The Family Reunited II" exhibit. Portraits of all sizes are displayed on the second floor. (Port Jefferson Village Center)
• For those looking for houses in Port Jefferson, look at Patch's weekly list of the newest homes for sale. (Port Jefferson Patch)
• 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)

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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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Other classifieds:

• Behind The Scoreboard – New Uses For Hockey Twigs (Details)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday off right! I look forward to seeing you tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Debora Whitehead

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