🌱 DripBar Offers IV Treatments In Commack + Free Acupuncture Workshop

Good morning, friends! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Smithtown Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town, including...

• DripBar is now open in Commack.
• Summer SCOPE Program keeps kids 'cool' in Smithtown.
• Free Introduction to Acupuncture program at SmithLib and more events!

But first, today's weather: An afternoon t-storm; humid. High: 86, Low: 72.

Here are the top four stories today in Smithtown:

1. The DripBar had its grand opening in Commack. The new facility is providing vitamin therapy infusion at 6079 Jericho Turnpike. For those who want to learn about the treatments, services, and hours of operation, please visit www.thedripbar.com. (tbrnewsmedia.com)
2. The Smithtown School District is keeping students cool with the SCOPE Summer Program. The enrichment program offers educational activities and summer treats at the Great Hollow Middle School. Visit Patch's photo gallery courtesy of the School District to check some scenes! (Smithtown Patch)
3. The Smithtown Public Library is hosting an Introduction to Acupuncture program at the Nesconset Building branch on Thursday, July 20, from 11 a.m. to noon. This class is for those who want to discover alternative treatments to manage pain and other health issues. Andrea Blom is a licensed instructor and will lead the group with the Tree of Life treatment basics. (Smithlib)
4. The Long Beach Concert Series is sizzling in the neighborhood! The next session is on Friday, July 21, at 7 p.m. The Dedications band brings the 50s/60s music to the crowd with a promising sing-along night at Long Beach. Notice this event is weather permitting with a rain date on Aug. 25. (Smithtown Gov.)

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Today in Smithtown:

Tuesday, July 18

• Budget & Finance Committee at Suffolk Legislature Building. (1:30 p.m.)
• Foundations Of Coaching Level 2 at Smithtown American Legion. (5 p.m.)
• Summer Concert at the Nesconset Gazebo. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• St James/Smithtown Little League: "The stars were all out at the Softball Skills Competition last night at Veterans Memorial Park. Check out some amazing shots from the festivities, courtesy of Steve Zaitz." (St James/Smithtown Little League via Facebook)
• Smithtown Patch: "2023-A3694A; Requires colleges to post campus crime statistics on their website and to investigate hate crimes on campus." (Smithtown Patch)
• Smithtown Performing Arts Center: "'RENT' is coming to the main stage Sept. 16-Oct. 22! Auditions will be held at SPAC, July 25-26! There are 525,600 reasons why YOU should be a part of this production. So, what are you waiting for?!" (Smithtown Performing Arts Center via Facebook)

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• 6th Annual Sunflower Festival at Waterdrinker. (July 22)
• 6th Annual Sunflower Festival at Waterdrinker. (July 23)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday! I'll see you soon.

— Debora Whitehead

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