🌱Library Features Annual 'SmithCon' + Elections Registration Deadline

Hey, Smithtown! I'm here in your inbox this autumn morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town, including news on...

• The great annual "Smithcon" is coming!
• Volunteers are needed for the Town's pumpkin sale.
• Important voting deadlines and more!

But first, today's weather:

Breezy with clouds and sun. High: 75, low: 57.

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Here are the top four stories in Smithtown today:

1. Save the date for the annual "Smithcon" hosted by the Smithtown Public Library on Saturday, Nov. 5. Comic lovers will have a blast with the free community programs created by our librarians. There is something for everyone! Visit the library website to access the event schedule and plan your visit! (Smithtown Library)
2. Attention Smithtown teenagers, the Town of Smithtown Youth Bureau needs you! Young volunteers are needed for the pumpkin sale hosted by the Calvary Lutheran Church at 820 Townline Rd., Hauppauge, during the October weekends. Teens will earn community service credit. To learn details and to register, send an email to Janine Anthony at: jmarc-anthony@smithtownny.gov. (Facebook Events)
3. For those registering to vote online, via mail or in person, the deadline is Friday, Oct. 14. Ballots can be requested by mail until Monday, Oct. 24. Early voting starts on Oct. 29, to Nov. 6. To register online, visit: New York online voter registration. (LI News 12)

Today in Smithtown:

• Library Playdate (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (10 a.m.)
• All Abilities Game Day (Smithtown Library-Nesconset Building) (10 a.m.)
• All Aboard at the Library (Smithtown Library-Kings Park Building). (10:30 a.m.)
• Autumn Apples (Smithtown Library-Commack Building). (10:30 a.m.)
• Make It Monday (Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building). (6:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Community Cares is hosting a blood drive in Smithtown on Thursday, Sept. 29, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome at 300 W. Main St. Don't forget to bring a photo ID. (Patch)
• Sweetbriar Nature Center: "Nothing cuter than a squirrel eating an avocado! This little lady joins us each day during lunch. Most people think that squirrels only eat nuts and seeds, but that’s not the case." (Sweetbriar Nature Center via Facebook)
• Smithtown Recreation Department is calling all crafters in our community to participate in the Tender Years Treasury of the Smithtown Senior Citizens Department, which will be hosted on Dec. 3 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event features a craft fair with handmade items created by Smithtown Senior residents. To participate, call Patty or Mae (631)360-7616. (Town of Smithtown)

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— Debora Whitehead

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