🌱 Inclusive Summer Programs In Smithtown + 'Lottery Lawyer' Sentenced

Hello, everybody! I'm back with your fresh edition of the Smithtown Patch newsletter. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town. In today's issue, you'll learn about the following:

• Summer programs for kids with disabilities in Smithtown.
• Thursday's Movie is at the Smithtown Library-Commack Building.
• Happenings and more!

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Now, today's weather: Times of clouds and sun. High: 71, Low: 59.

Here are the top four stories in Smithtown today:

1. The Town of Smithtown offers summer programs for kids with disabilities. The inclusive program cover sports, socialization, arts, and more. “Fitness, Friends and Fun” is set to start next month, welcoming kiddos aged 6-17 years. For more info and to apply online, visit www.smithtownny.gov. (Newsday/Subscription Required)
2. Long Island 'Lottery Lawyer' sentenced to 13 years in federal prison for fraud. According to prosecutors, Jason Kurland of Dix Hills steered jackpot winners to invest over $100 million in fraudulent investments that would "protect" their money but were used to support Kurland's lavish lifestyle. (Daily Voice)
3. For those looking forward to the Thursday Movie of the Week at the Smithtown Library - Commack Building, the next session is set for June 22 at 1:30 p.m. featuring "Hope Gap." Visit here to register. (Smithlib)
4. Suffolk Crime Stoppers ask for the public's help identifying a shoplifter. The suspect allegedly stole a set of headphones from Target on Veterans Memorial Highway. Visit the link to see a picture of the suspect and submit tips at www.P3Tips.com. (TBR News Media)

Today in Smithtown:

Wednesday, June 21

• 1/2 Day Elementary Students — Smithtown Csd. (All Day)
• Game Day At Smithtown Public Library. (Noon)
• Krisi Ardito at Mannino's Italian Kitchen and Lounge. (6:30 p.m.)
• HSW - Senior Prom — Smithtown High School-West. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Summer concerts are back in Smithtown! Cold Spring Harbor Band will perform a tribute to Billy Joel on June 23 at Long Beach. This event is free entrance. All are welcome. The show starts at 7 p.m. at Long Beach Road, Nissequogue. (Smithtown Gov.)
• St. James Farmers Market is Saturday, June 24, with Patrice Ryan performing live and over 40 vendors featuring fresh goodies. The market is from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 230 Second Ave. in St. James. (Smithtown Gov.)
• Smithtown Library Kids: "Check out these stories celebrating Juneteenth!" (Smithtown Library Kids via Instagram)
• Straus Historical Society: "Juneteenth honors the end of slavery in the United States. Today we celebrate African American culture and commemorate those affected by slavery throughout our history and to this day." (Straus Historical Society via Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with another update!

— Debora Whitehead

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