COVID-19 Update + Octoberfest in Smithtown + Jake 58 Lawsuit

Good day, neighbors! It's me again, Diane Witek, your host of the Smithtown Daily.

First, today's weather:

Rain starting in the afternoon. High: 77, low: 54.

Here are the top stories today in Smithtown:

1. Suffolk County reported information related to COVID-19 on Sept. 25. (Press Release Desk)
2. Octoberfest in Smithtown, Garden Grill: Choose from a special Oktoberfest menu that includes sauerbraten, beef goulash, and more. Bring the kids — there’s a menu just for them, too. Choose from a selection of German beers to accompany your meal. (The Garden Grill)
3. Judge dismisses lawsuit against Jake's 58 casino. A federal judge dismissed the lawsuit filed by Islandia residents seeking to close Jake's 58 casino. (Newsday)
4. Gabby Petito death: Holbrook traffic delays, road closures due to memorial service. (WPIX 11 New York)

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Today in Smithtown:

• Fine Motor Fun (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (10 a.m.)
• Mystery Crafternoon (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (4:30 p.m.)
• Open Knit and Crochet Night (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (5 p.m.)
• The Ivy Network Welcome Back Reception. (6 p.m.)
• The King of Queens- Louis Armstrong's Wonderful World (Smithtown Library). (7 p.m.)

Smithtown Patch Notebook

• Smithtown Historical Society: "Pony's enjoying the breeze." (Facebook)
• Smithtown Performing Arts Center: "It's time for a dose of #MotivationalMonday! Here is to the start of a great week. #spac #longisland #longislandtheatre #musicaltheatre #bigfishmusical #smithtownpac #performingarts." (Facebook)
• Smithtown Performing Arts Center: "Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus: The Musical will be playing at SPAC on Saturday, Oct. 2 and Sunday, Oct. 3 at 11 a.m. smithtownpac.org #spac #longisland." (Facebook)

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Featured businesses:

• Roseland School of Dance — Fall dance classes start in September — register today! (Visit website)
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Events:

• KPY Basketball Registration is Open! (Sept. 30)
• Food Truck Market (6-week series) - Smith Haven Mall - Oct. 1 - Nov. 7. (Oct. 1)
• HSS Pain & Stress Management Phone Programs. (Oct. 4)
• Four Seasons in Music: Connected Play at Sands Point Preserve. (Oct. 10)
• Smithtown Library Budget Vote and Trustee Election will be on Tues, (Oct. 12)
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Announcements:

• Behind The Scoreboard – A Very Special Ironman. (Details)
• Booking Photography Sessions Oct. 8-17. (Details)
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For sale:

• Lenox Table Lamp (Details)
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Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you tomorrow for your next update. If you're feeling these newsletters, consider bringing some of your friends and neighbors into the fold. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Diane Witek

About me: Impassioned Writer, Website Designer, Social Media Marketer and newly proclaimed Baker. Lover of nature and animals of all kinds.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Smithtown Daily? You can reach me at diane.witek@patch.com.