🌱 63-Year-Old Pedestrian Hit In Commack + Smithtown Brush Barn Events

Hey, friends. It's Friday in Smithtown and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in our community, including news on:

• Pedestrian fatally struck in Commack.
• Events at the Smithtown Historical Society.
• Happenings and more!

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Increasing clouds, p.m. rain. High: 45, Low: 35.

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Here are the top five stories today in Smithtown:

1. Police reported a fatal pedestrian struck on Veterans Memorial Highway in Commack on Wednesday night. Sadly, a 63-year-old man from Valley Stream was hit while crossing the road at 10:39 p.m. Police stated the victim was transported to St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center in Smithtown but was pronounced dead. Officials are investigating the incident and are asking eyewitnesses to contact 631-854-8452. (Smithtown Patch)
2. The Irish Luck On The Farm at Smithtown Historical Society kicks off Saturday! The event starts at 11 a.m. featuring a petting zoo, step dancing, food and Irish heritage celebrations for $5 per person. (Smithtown Historical Society)
3. The Smithtown Historical Society is also inviting the community for an exciting experience of a Model Train Show at the Brush Barn! We still have some ways to go since this gathering is scheduled for March 25, but it's worth marking it down on your calendar! Notice that all events proceed benefits society and the animals living there. (Smithtown Historical Society)
4. The Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) is hosting its 2023 Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, March 25. There will be games, food, refreshments, and much more for whoever shows up! Every ticket payer will help to make a difference in the lives of children and adults with autism. Visit here for more information. (Smithtown Chronicle)
5. Four Long Island hospitals ranked among the best in the U.S. North Shore University Hospital, Huntington Hospital, Stony Brook University Hospital and St. Francis Hospital are among 400 hospitals nationwide top rated by excellence in patient care, innovation, research and other categories. (LI News12)

Today in Smithtown:

• Superintendent's Conference Day (Staff Only). (All Day)
• Young at Art (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building). (10 a.m.)
• Tai Chi for Balance (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (10 a.m.)
• Story Tots (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (10:30 a.m.)
• Game Day (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (11 a.m.)
• Friday Movie of the Week (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (2:15 p.m.)
• Happy St. Patrick's Day (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (3 p.m.)
• LEGO® League (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The Rotary Club of Smithtown invites the community to "Run the Day" on Saturday, March 25! The Go For The Green 5K Race starts at Smithtown Elementary School on Lawrence Avenue at noon. If you are interested in other upcoming events, access the Club's calendar. (Smithtown Rotary Club)
• Smithtown Department of Public Safety: "Today the Smithtown Department of Public Safety held our annual in-service training day. We were lucky to have Lisa Tuozzolo join us and share her story of perseverance and the importance of family time for first responders." (Smithtown Department of Public Safety via Facebook)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "Patrons at Kings Park's Happy Holi Day, used 'pom poms' soaked in liquid watercolors to create splash art in the celebration of Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colors." (Smithtown Library Kids via Instagram)

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